In today’s landscape, where technology merges with tradition, the connection between blockchain’s capabilities and Indigenous communities’ needs is gaining attention. Beyond the technological prowess of
Press release here. The bill is here. OLYMPIA — People who commit crimes on tribal lands would not be able to escape justice by fleeing
Arthur Lazarus, the general counsel of the Association on American Indian Affairs (and the drafter of the original bill that became the Indian Child Welfare
Here. From the description: Working closely with the Vice President and the Senior Director of Tribal Partnerships and Policy, the Director, Tribal Law is primarily
Hollywood—When Norma Baker-Flyinghorse originally designed Quannah Chasinghorse’s red dress she wore on the red carpet for this year’s Oscars, it was for a separate function
In a follow up to the foster parent intervention article that was published in ProPublica and The New Yorker in October, this week ProPublica published
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Native Americans are famous for their rich cultural heritage, which includes unique craftsmanship and vibrant artistry. Native American beads hold a significant place among their
Here are the briefs in Kent v. LaCounte: Kent Opening Brief Government Brief Ora argument video here (be ready for discussion about Möbius strips and
Here are the materials in State v. Long (McIntosh County D. Ct.): District Court Decision.pdfDownload Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload State Opposition.pdfDownload Raqib Shaw
Things are changing for Native representation in pop culture. With Reservation Dogs and Flowers or the Killer Moon Native stories have become main stream. The
M. Alexander Pearl has published “The Consequences of Mythology: Supreme Court Decisionmaking in Indian Country” in the UCLA Law Review. Here is the abstract: Ilanoli
Here is the opinion in Apache Stronghold v. United States. Links to briefs and other materials here.
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For the last four years, the University of Montana’s Summer Indian Law Program has collaborated with Freeflow Institute to offer an immersive field course focused
A new film, BAD RIVER, narrated by Quannah ChasingHorse with Edward Norton, and produced by Allison Abner (writer for Narcos/West Wing and descendant of the
Daniel B. Rice has posted “Civil Duties and Public Change,” forthcoming in the California Law Review, on SSRN. Here is the abstract: What duties do
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Here is the opinion in United States v. Anderson. Briefs: Opening Brief Government Answer Brief Reply
Gabriel R. Sanchez, A-dae Romero-Briones, and Raymond Foxworth have published “Murdered and missing women is the top issue facing Native American communities heading into the
Throughout its history, the drum has connected the heartbeat of the American Indian to Mother Earth and to Creator. Drums can be heard from quite
Robert Williams has published “Kicking Native People Off Their Land Is a Horrible Way to Save the Planet” in the New York Times. PDF here:
Here: Job No: 929098 Position Summary Reporting to the Vice Provost for University Outreach and Engagement, a unit under MSU’s Provost Office, the Director will have full responsibility for all administrative functions including budget, human resources, and operations of
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Here: cert-petitionDownload Questions presented: Did the Ninth Circuit err when it dismissed plaintiffs’ challenge to DOI’s approval of a trust transfer for the Ione Band
The intertribal Native American sketch comedy troupe, The 1491s, is made up of five members Ryan Redcorn, Dallas Goldtooth, Sterlin Harjo, Migizi Pensoneau, and Bobby
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Charles F. Wilkinson and the University of Washington Press have published “Treaty Justice: The Northwest Tribes, the Boldt Decision, and the Recognition of Fishing Rights.”
The Yale Law Journal’s submissions season opened on February 1, and we are reaching out to see if you would be able to share a
Anna Sonju has posted “Free Exercise Claims Over Indigenous Sacred Sites: Justice Long Overdue,” forthcoming in the Virginia Law Review, on SSRN. Here is the
Indigenous representation in mainstream media over the last few years has come with increased appreciation of Native culture, especially Native arts. Now, more than ever,
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Here are the materials in CHR Solutions Inc. v. Gila River Telecommunications Inc. (S.D. Tex.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 18 Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 24 Opposition.pdfDownload 25 Reply.pdfDownload
February 20-21, 2024Albuquerque, NM Registration is still open! Event agenda and details here. Travel Reimbursements & Waivers available for Tribal Education Departments and Tribal Colleges
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Here are the opinions in Nelson v. Chippewa Ottawa Resource Authority: Unpublished Opinion Dissent
Here are the materials in State of California v. Azuma Corp. (E.D. Cal.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 13-1 Cal Motion for PI.pdfDownload 23 Azuma Opposition to 13.pdfDownload
Here is the opinion in United States v. Simpkins. Briefs: Opening Brief.pdfDownload Answer Brief.pdfDownload Reply.pdfDownload
Here are materials in Yazzie v. National Organization for Women (D.D.C.): 1-3 Complaint 30-2 NOW Motion for Summary J 33 Opposition 34 Reply 36 DCT
The ABA Section on Environment, Energy, and Resources (SEER) has launched its 2024 law student writing competitions, and the Indigenous Law Committee is thrilled to
Join Paul G with an interview with Mark Marsolais from Birch Bark Coffee! Mark is Ojibwe and a Band member of Whitefish River First Nation
Articles Decolonization of Language Policy in Arctic Canada – Letter to the Editor Hadlari, Thomas Colonialism in northern Canada is not a historical artefact because
Check out “The Sovereignty Problem in Federal Indian Law” on SSRN. Here is the abstract: There is a sovereignty problem in federal Indian law, namely,
Here: 1.17.24-letter-to-usfs-opposing-ccs-proposed-rule_huffmanDownload
From Michael Williams: Our 38th Coming Together of Peoples Conference (CTOPC) is arriving quickly, and we are excited to see you at our conference! The Conference
Here are the materials: Unpublished Opinion D080942.PDFDownload Opening Brief.pdfDownload County of San Diego Answer Brief.pdfDownload North County Transit District Answer Brief.pdfDownload Reply.pdfDownload
Embark on a journey through the vibrant tapestry of Native American heritage as we explore authentic blankets. The history of Native American blankets is deeply
Here are the briefs in Muscogee (Creek) Nation v. City of Tulsa (N.D. Okla,): 18 Amicus Brief.PDFDownload 28 Tulsa Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 32 Creek Nation
In the realm of superhero stories, Marvel’s latest addition, “Echo,” emerges not only as an exciting new chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe but also
Here are the available materials in In re the Extradition of Moreno (Haw. Ct. App.): Opening Brief.pdfDownload Answer Brief.pdfDownload Who wouldn’t want to be extradited
The 81st Golden Globes Awards was hosted on live television on Sunday, January 7 celebrating film and American television productions released in 2023. Lily Gladstone,
Here is today’s order list. The petition in Klamath Irrigation District v. Bureau of Reclamation is here. The BOR is here. Reply is here: Klamath
Here is the complaint in Advanced Simulation Technology LLC v. United States (Fed. Cl.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload
Here is the complaint in Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe v. Exxon Corp. (Wash. Super. Ct.): Complaint.pdfDownload
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Michael Dolan has published “Tribal Sovereignty and Preemption” in the Brooklyn Law Review. PDF Here is the abstract: In June of 2022, the US Supreme
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SCOTUS docket page here. Ute’s application and appendix is here: Application for Stay.pdfDownload Lower court materials here.
Here are the materials in United States v. Good Left: Unpublished Opinion: 231295U.pdfDownload Opening Brief.pdfDownload Government Brief.pdfDownload Reply.pdfDownload
Here are the materials in United States v. Osage Wind LLC (N.D. Oklahoma.): 294-1 Osage Minerals Council MSJ.pdfDownload 297 Osage Wind MSJ.pdfDownload 300 United States
Here are the materials in Thlopthlocco Tribal Town v. Wiley (N.D. Oklahoma.): 176 Thlopthlocco MSJ.pdfDownload 177 MCN Judiciary MTD.pdfDownload 178 TTT Response to 177.pdfDownload 180
Here: State Opening Brief.pdfDownload HCI Answer Brief.pdfDownload Reply.pdfDownload Lower court materials here and here.
In view of two upcoming vacancies in the at-large membership of the Tribal Issues Advisory Group, the United States Sentencing Commission hereby invites any individual
Here. Been busy having fun out of the office . . . . I’d say courtesy of Bill Wood, the king of sigma, but I
Here are the materials in Deo v. Parish: Brief in Support of Mandamus Petition State Response Brief Opinions Proposed State of Oklahoma, Act of June
Here are the materials in Temple v. Roberts (D.S.D.): 180-1 Oglala Sioux Tribal Court Decision 213 Federal Trial Brief 215 Temple Pre-Trial Brief 228 DCT
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Heather Tanana has published “Voices of the River: The Rise of Indigenous Women Leaders in the Colorado River Basin” in the Colorado Natural Resources, Energy
Here are the materials in Eagle Bear Inc. v. Blackfeet Indian Nation (D. Mont.) 118 Eagle Bear Supplemental Brief.pdfDownload 119 Blackfeet Supplemental Brief.pdfDownload 120 BIA
Here are the relevant materials in United States v. Smith (N.D. Okla.): 194 Motion for Acquittal.pdfDownload 207 Response.pdfDownload 208 DCT Order.pdfDownload
Been waiting for a rational actor to enter stage left before I post anything about this bullshit, and now they have. Here are the materials
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NYTs CNN Just realizing now SOC retired pre-Turtle Talk so we never put together a post-retirement thing like we did for Stevens, RBG, et al.
Here is “Native Negotiations are a Winning Alternative to Courts.”
On November 17, 2023, the North Dakota federal district court ruled in favor of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians and the Spirit Lake
Embark on a virtual tour of Eighth Generation’s stunning new store in downtown Seattle with Colleen Echohawk, CEO and member of the Pawnee Nation of
Breanna K. Bollig has published “Improving Public Schools: What Advocates Can Learn From Indian Education Rights” in the Journal of Law and Education. An except:
Here is the order in National Education Association of New Mexico v. Central Consolidated School District (N.M. Ct. App.): October 25, 2023- National Education Association
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Here was yesterday’s order list. The petitions are here.
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