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Alaska Native Government & Policy
Tlingit and Haida’s plans for casino-like gambling hall in limbo after federal reversal
The U.S. Department of the Interior withdrew a legal opinion last week that gave Tlingit and Haida — and other tribes in Alaska — legal jurisdiction over Alaska Native allotments.
Alaska Native leaders say the USDA’s reorganization plan could threaten tribal food security
The plan includes consolidating tribal relations functions and moving some offices out of Alaska.
Sealaska announces first woman to lead the corporation as new president
Aanshawatk’i Sarah Dybdahl will be the first woman to hold the position since Sealaska’s founding in 1972.
Tribal members call for transparency after Tlingit and Haida ends review of allegations against president
In an executive council meeting on Friday, tribal leadership did not disclose the results of the reviews or respond to questions regarding the allegations.
Tlingit and Haida tight-lipped following abuse allegations against president
A tribal spokesperson wrote in an email that the executive council “initiated an internal review and confirmed our workplace policies and practices remain sound.”