A bill before Congress would speed a timberland trade between the federal government and the Alaska Mental Health Trust. It’s part of a larger legislative effort to increase logging in the Tongass National Forest.
Alaska Native Corporations
CIRI holds the federal government to a decades old promise
A bill by Senator Murkowski could allow the federal government to uphold a deal made in the 70’s by transferring protected lands to Cook Inlet Region Incorporated.
Goldbelt names new CEO
Elliot “Chuck” Wimberly will serve as Goldbelt’s new president and CEO.
New Sealaska board member targets change
Sealaska’s newest board member will continue to push for election and management changes. At least one long-time board member says she’s willing to listen.
Central Council acquires international contracting company
The Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska is doing something few tribal organizations do.
Sealaska critic Mick Beasley elected to board of directors
He came in behind three incumbents, each of who ran as the board slate.