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No Brackeen Decision Today

Next opinion release day from the Supreme Court will be June 1. While not required by law, it is traditional for the Court to release […]

AFN BULLETIN – 22nd Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII)

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Sixth Circuit Denies Intervention to Third Party Org in United States v. Michigan Treaty Litigation

Here is the order in United States v. Michigan. Briefs: Coalition Brief.pdfDownload Federal Brief.pdfDownload State Brief.pdfDownload Sault Tribe Brief.pdfDownload Coalition Reply.pdfDownload

Motion to Dismiss briefing in Bears Ears Litigation

United States’ Motion to Dismiss Amended ComplaintsDownload Tribal Nations Motion to DismissDownload Individual Plaintiffs’ OppositionDownload Garfield County Plaintiffs OppositionDownload SUWA Intervenors ReplyDownload Tribal Nation ReplyDownload […]

Harvard Law Review Casenote on Silva v. Parrish

Here. Link to the opinion here.

How the NBA Has Captivated American Fans

The National Basketball Association (NBA) games have captivated American fans for decades with its unique blend of athleticism and entertainment. From the high-flying dunks to […]

Lena’ Black v. Broken Arrow Public Schools

High school graduate Lena’ Black, an enrolled member of the Otoe-Missouria Tribe and of Osage descent, filed a lawsuit on May 15, 2023, against the Broken […]

The Impact of Native American Players on the NBA

Native American players have made significant contributions to the National Basketball Association (NBA) since its founding. Native Americans have been a vital part of the […]

Klamath Irrigation District v. Bureau of Reclamation Cert Petition [Rule 19 & Tribal Immunity]

Here: Klamath Irrigation District Cert Petition.pdfDownload Question presented: Whether Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 19 requires dismissal of an action challenging a federal agency’s use […]

AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald Calls for Support for Communities Affected by Wildfires in British Columbia and Alberta

The post AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald Calls for Support for Communities Affected by Wildfires in British Columbia and Alberta appeared first on Assembly of […]

Shoshone-Bannock Tribes v. Vanir Construction Management, Inc. Materials (so far)

Here are the materials so far in Shoshone-Bannock Tribes v. Vanir Construction Management, Inc. 1 Notice of Removal.pdfDownload 1-2 State Court Complaint.pdfDownload 3 Tribal Court […]

Sarah Deer on Feminist Jurisprudence in Tribal Courts

Sarah Deer has published “Feminist Jurisprudence in Tribal Courts: An Untapped Opportunity” in the Yale Journal of Law and Feminism. An excerpt: What if every […]

Uncovering the Tricks of Successful Online Bingo Players

With the advent of digitization, online bingo has become one of the most popular online casino games, and for good reason. It’s simple to understand, […]

Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals Finds Ottawa and Miami Reservations Remain Extant

Here are the materials in State of Oklahoma v. Brester: OCCA Decision.pdfDownload Appellant Brief.pdfDownload Appellee Brief.pdfDownload Miami and Ottawa Tribes Amicus Brief.pdfDownload Peoria Tribe Amicus […]

North Dakota Federal Court Allows Challenge to Tribal TERO Suit to Proceed against TERO Officer

Here are the materials in Dakota Metal Fabrication v. Parisien (D.N.D.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 1-3 Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 6 Response.pdfDownload 9 Reply.pdfDownload 21 DCT Order.pdfDownload

American Indian Law Journal, Vol. 11, No. 2

Here: Current Issue: Volume 11, Issue 2 (2023) Articles PDF Toward a Tribal Role in Groundwater ManagementAlexandra Fay PDF Change by Drips and Drabs or […]

AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald attends coronation of King Charles III

The post AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald attends coronation of King Charles III appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Building Disc Golf Courses In Indigenous Communities – PowWows.com Partners With Paul McBeth Foundation

Paul McBeth is a professional disc golfer with more than 10 major tournament wins including 6 World Championships.  McBeth created a foundation to help grow […]

Native American Church Suing Bank for Discrimination Based on Peyote and Race

Here are the materials so far in Mashkikii-Boodawaaning (Medicine Fireplace) v. Chippewa Valley Valley Agency Ltd. (W.D. Wis.): 11 First Amended Complaint.pdfDownload 14 Motion to […]

Joint Statement from AFN, ITK, and MNC on Audience with His Majesty King Charles III

The post Joint Statement from AFN, ITK, and MNC on Audience with His Majesty King Charles III appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

South Dakota Federal Court Dismisses Federal Gun Possession Indictment Relying on Rosebud’s D.V. Conviction

Here are the available materials in United States v. Peneaux (D.S.D.): 31 Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 38 DCT Order.pdfDownload An excerpt from the order: Federal law […]

Pendleton Blankets and their “Native American” Inspiration

  Pendleton started weaving the ‘trade blankets’ for the Native Americans sometime in the mid to late 1800s. Its operations were spearheaded by Joe Rawnsley, […]

Sovereignty Symposium 2023

The Sovereignty Symposium is a national event held for the past 35 years in Oklahoma to provide a forum in which ideas concerning common legal […]

AFN BULLETIN – United Nations Water Conference 2023

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My Favorite Indigenous Etsy Shops

Have you shopped Etsy lately?   Etsy has become an excellent place for Indigenous creators to sell their goods!  You can find shirts, stickers, beadwork, ribbon […]

New Student Scholarship on Indian Country Criminal Sentencing

Nasrin Camilla Akbari has published “The Gladue Approach: Addressing Indigenous Overincarceration Through Sentencing Reform” in the NYU Law Review. PDF Here is the abstract: In […]

Ninth Circuit Rules against Sauk-Suiatte in U&A Matter

Here is the opinion in Upper Skagit Indian Tribe v. Sauk-Suiatte Indian Tribe. Briefs and so on here. Jaune Smith — it’s as if I […]

Tori McConnell- 2023 Miss Indian World – Gathering of Nations Pow Wow

Congratulations to your new Miss Indian World! Tori McConnell Yurok and Karuk Tribes of Northwestern California Eureka, California This Miss Indian World Pageant is the […]

Photos From 2023 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow

2023 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow North America’s Largest Pow Wow April 27-29, 2023 Powwow Grounds Expo New Mexico/Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque, NM, U.S.A. Countdown to […]

Nebraska Federal Court Rules in HCI Distributing Tax Case

Here are the available materials in HCI Distributing v. Hilgers (formerly Peterson) (D. Neb.): 124 HCI Motion for Summary J.pdfDownload 184 DCT Order.pdfDownload Prior post […]

Montana Court Recognize Duty to Educate Students on Native History

Here is the opinion in Yellow Kidney v. Montana Office of Public Instruction: Order – Order Denying Motion To Dismiss.pdfDownload Briefs here.

ICWA Jurisdiction Case out of the Oklahoma Supreme Court

Here is the opinion IN THE MATTER OF S.J.W. This is a truly unfortunate opinion with absurdly weak analysis that extends the reasoning in Castro-Huerta […]

ICWA Application Case out of Nebraska Supreme Court

Opinion here: N00009406PUB At Fed Bar this year, I spoke about concerns regarding the definition of an Indian child for the purposes of ICWA when […]

D.C. Circuit Allows North Dakota to Intervene in Missouri Riverbed Suit between MHA Nation and Interior Dept.

Here are the materials in MHA Nation v. Dept. of the Interior: Opinion North Dakota Opening Brief.pdfDownload Federal Answer Brief.pdfDownload North Dakota Opening Brief.pdfDownload Reply.pdfDownload

Mr. Beast Gives Away Clothes worth$2.7 Million to Hopi Residents

We’ve all heard of Mr. Beast, the generous king of YouTube. Jimmy Donaldson has a massive following on the platform in recent years due to […]

California Prevails over Alturas Rancheria in IGRA Good Faith Negotiations Suit

Here are the materials in Alturas Indian Rancheria v. Newsom (E.D. Cal.): 10-1 California Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 25 Rancheria Motion for Summary.pdfDownload 31 California Reply.pdfDownload […]

ABA SEER “Community Conversation” re: Arizona v. Navajo Nation Supreme Court Argument

Here. Title: Arizona v. Navajo Nation, U.S. Supreme Court Oral Argument Debrief Date/Time: April 20, 2023, 12–1 pm Mountain Time. Registration link: https://americanbar.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-uprDgtHNJdop7wBRttqIpyu3j9-Xw2#/registration Description: Last month, the U.S. […]

MEDIA ADVISORY: AFN National Chief to hold Press Conference highlighting Indigenous priorities in Canada

The post MEDIA ADVISORY: AFN National Chief to hold Press Conference highlighting Indigenous priorities in Canada appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Minnesota CLE Indian Law Conference 2023

Minnesota CLE 2023.pdfDownload

Inuit Students Invented New Number System Can Now Be Used Digitally

A group of students in an Inuit middle school and their teacher invented a number system called “Kaktovik numerals, which looked and functioned differently from […]

New Scholarship on the Repatriation of the Maaso Kova

Shea Esterling has published “The Journey Home: The Repatriation of the Maaso Kova” with the American Society of International Law.

Bethany Berger on Intertribal Wildlife Orgs

Bethany Berger has posted “Intertribal: The Unheralded Element in Indigenous Wildlife Sovereignty,” forthcoming in the Harvard Environmental Law Review, on SSRN. Here is the abstract: […]

AFN Affirms Support for First Nations’ Assertion of Rights in Treaty 9 Legal Action on Cumulative Impacts

The post AFN Affirms Support for First Nations’ Assertion of Rights in Treaty 9 Legal Action on Cumulative Impacts appeared first on Assembly of First […]

Tony Hawk helps Navajo Nation Community Build a Skatepark

Tony Hawk is the most famous skateboarder ever!  He has sold thousands of boards and has his name on a popular video game. Recently, Hawk […]

Rothgerber Symposium @ UC-Boulder

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Assembly of First Nations and Veterans Affairs Canada strengthen the commitment to supporting First Nations Veterans

The post Assembly of First Nations and Veterans Affairs Canada strengthen the commitment to supporting First Nations Veterans appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Call for Proposals for the 20th Annual Indigenous Law Conference

Submit materials to the form on https://www.indigenouslawconference.com/cfp by April 23, 2023. 

Native Feather Laws and Procedures

For Native Americans, feathers are sacred items with deep religious and cultural significance. Owning feathers is a way of connecting with their heritage and traditions. But […]

Current Federal Court Materials in LDF Easement Dispute

Here are the materials so far in Pollard v. Johnson (W.D. Wis.): 26 Amended Complaint.pdfDownload 28 Brief ISO Mot Prelim Injunct.pdfDownload 29 Prop Finding of […]

UNDRIP Implementation Project Event for April 11, 2023

from the Project: On April 11th, The Implementation Project will be hosting our annual preparation event focused on preparing for the UN Permanent Forum on […]

Attend Virtually — Our Stories Heal – Ginoojimomin Apii Dibaajimoyang

If you cannot attend this event in person, we now have a virtual link! You can watch it virtually here: https://vimeo.com/event/3271405

Indigenous Breastfeeding Research Project

Seeking Indigenous people who have given birth to participate in a research study to learn about your stories and experiences with feeding your baby. Angie […]

MSU Indigenous Law & Policy Center Fall 2022 Recap Newsletter

As we continue through 2023, the Michigan State University College of Law Indigenous Law & Policy Center invites you to join us in reflecting upon […]

Native Pride Dancers To Perform in Switzerland

The International Folklore Festival of Fribourg (RFI) is located in the city of Fribourg, Switzerland. Founded in 1973, the RFI is the oldest and most […]

AFN and Caring Society announce revised Final Settlement Agreement to compensate First Nations children and families

The post AFN and Caring Society announce revised Final Settlement Agreement to compensate First Nations children and families appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Ninth Circuit Briefs in Lexington Insurance v. Suquamish

Here: Lexington Opening Brief.pdfDownload Suquamish Answer Brief.pdfDownload Reply TK. Lower court materials here.

AFN SPECIAL CHIEFS ASSEMBLY TO HONOUR JULLY BLACK

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AFN RESPONSE TO THE VATICAN’S REPUDIATION OF THE DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY

The post AFN RESPONSE TO THE VATICAN’S REPUDIATION OF THE DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Trevor Reed on Restorative Justice for Indigenous Culture

Trevor Reed has posted “Restorative Justice for Indigenous Culture,” forthcoming in the UCLA Law Review, on SSRN. Here is the abstract: One still unresolved aspect […]

NYU NALSA Indian Law Conference Panels

Precious Benally, Carmen O’Leary, Angel Charley, Jocelyn Kestenbaum Amanda White Eagle Steve McSloy

Deals Of The Week

Ready to save $! Each week, I’ll be bringing you the best deals that I’ve found on Amazon. With so many products and categories to […]

Gathering of Nations Spotify Playlist

Gathering of Nations Pow Wow is the largest Pow Wow in North America.   The Pow Wow is held the last weekend of April in Albuquerque, […]

Seneca-Cayuga Sues Oklahoma Officials over Reservation Boundaries Post-McGirt

Here is the complaint in Seneca-Cayuga Nation v. Drummond (N.D. Okla.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload Maybe time for some burn barrel protesting.

NATIONAL CHIEF ROSEANNE ARCHIBALD WELCOMES PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN TO CANADA

The post NATIONAL CHIEF ROSEANNE ARCHIBALD WELCOMES PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN TO CANADA appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Ninth Circuit En Banc Oral Argument in Apache Stronghold v. United States

Briefs here. En banc stage amicus briefs here.

SCOTUSBlog Recap of Arizona v. Navajo Nation Oral Argument

Here is “Justices appear divided over Navajo Nation’s water rights.” Background materials on the case are here. According to the U.S., this area is entitled only […]

SCOTUS Denies Cert in Challenge to Spokane Tribe Water Agreement

Here is today’s order list. The denied petition is Sulgrove v. Spokane Indian Tribe. Lower court materials here. This has nothing to do with this […]

Amy Cordalis Water Law Lecture @ Montana Law

Join us Wednesday, April 12th at noon in LAW 101, or on Zoom. Amy Cordalis, Director/Founder of Ridges to Riffles Indigenous Conservation Group, will give the lecture The […]

2023 Stage 49 – Gathering of Nations Pow Wow

Stage 49 features Indigenous Traditional and Contemporary artists in the following genres: Rock, Blues, Reggae, Hip Hop, Country, Jam Bands, Dance, and much more! Don’t […]

Ninth Circuit Reinstates Alaska’s Challenge to Kake Emergency Subsistence Hunt

Here is the opinion in State of Alaska v. Federal Subsistence Board. Briefs here.

What If..? New Marvel Season Includes Indigenous Super Hero

One of your favorite Marvel series, “What If…?”  has now come with season 2, which will have 9 episodes. In fact, season 2 is set […]

Colorado Federal Court Refuses to Accept Plea Deal for Lesser Included Offense in Major Crimes Act Prosecution

Here are the materials in United States v. English (D. Colo.): 1 Indictment 33 Joint Memorandum in Support of Plea Agreement 36 Magistrate Minute Order: […]

Velchik and Zhang — An Empirical Examination of Restoring Reservation Status in Oklahoma

Michael K. Velchik & Jeffery Y. Zhang have published “Restoring Indian Reservation Status: An Empirical Analysis” in the Yale Journal on Regulation. PDF I posted […]

Native American Quillwork Tutorial | Step-by-Step Craft Tutorial by Wandering Bull

In this step-by-step tutorial from Wandering Bull, you will learn the beautiful art of quillwork, a traditional Native American craft. Our instructor will guide you […]

Peterson Zah Walks On

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Alyssa Wapanatahk Brings Indignity to Disney Movie Peter Pan

Walt Disney recently released a trailer for its new live-action update of the 1953 classic Peter Pan & Wendy. The movie will feature Alyssa Wapanatâhk, […]

Idaho Federal Court Dismisses Contract Claim against Coeur d’Alene Tribe

Here are the materials in Stinson Lumber Co. v. Coeur d’Alene Tribe (D. Idaho): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 21 Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 25 Opposition.pdfDownload 26 Reply.pdfDownload 32 […]

D.C. Federal Court Rejects Sault Tribe’s Third Effort to Force Interior to Acquire Land for Off-Rez Gaming

Here is the order in Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians v. Haaland (D.D.C.): 106-dct-orderDownload Briefs here.

The Native American Chicken Dance

Are you familiar with the Native American Chicken Dance? No, this is not the corny chicken dance people do at skating rinks and school dances. […]

Countdown to Gathering of Nations – Pow Wow Life 85

North America’s Largest Pow Wow April 27-29, 2023 Powwow Grounds Expo New Mexico/Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque, NM, U.S.A. Gathering of Nations is the largest Pow Wow […]

Student Note on the Exclusionary Rule and the Indian Civil Rights Act

Seth E. Montgomery has published “ICRA’s Exclusionary Rule” in the Boston University Law Review. The abstract: The Fourth Amendment does not limit the actions of […]

AFN NATIONAL CHIEF WELCOMES UN SPECIAL RAPPORTEUR TO CANADA

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Countdown to 2023 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow

The Gathering of Nations Pow Wow is the largest Pow Wow of the year!   I’m excited to head back to Albuquerque, New Mexico again this […]

Fond du Lac Ojibwe Challenge to Mine Survives Motion to Dismiss in Minnesota Federal Court

Here are the materials so far in Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa v. Cummins (D. Minn.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 36 PolyMet Motion to […]

U.S. Senator Instrumental to ICWA Has Passed Away

https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2023/02/24/james-abourezk-senator-dakota-dies/ Senator James Abourezk passed away on Friday. He was 92 years old. He was the first chair of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. […]

Native Americans Nominated for Webby Awards

The Webby Awards is the leading International Awards organization that honors excellence on the internet, especially in digital arts and sciences. Webby nominees are picked […]

Prevailing Tribes Seek More than One Million in Attorney Fees against California

Briefs: Motion for Attorney Fees Opposition Reply Prior post here.

AFN NATIONAL CHIEF ATTENDS THE PHASE 1 FINDINGS ANNOUNCEMENT ON TSESHAHT FIRST NATION TERRITORY

The post AFN NATIONAL CHIEF ATTENDS THE PHASE 1 FINDINGS ANNOUNCEMENT ON TSESHAHT FIRST NATION TERRITORY appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

What Is Land Acknowledgement? Why Are Land Acknowledgements Important?

By now, most of us have heard of some university or corporation having a land acknowledgment ceremony but what exactly is land acknowledgment? According to […]

Washington Federal Court Dismisses Constitutional Challenge to Washington Class III Compacts Allowing Tribal Sports Betting

DALL-E’s interpretation of “tribal sovereign immunity” Here is the order in Maverick Gaming LLC v. United States (W.D. Wash.): 98-dct-orderDownload Briefs here.

New Book by Rebecca Webster: “In Defense of Sovereignty”

You can buy it here. In Defense of SovereigntyProtecting the Oneida Nation’s Inherent Right to Self-DeterminationRebecca M. WebsterForeword by Richard MonetteWith contributions by James R. […]

OJS TJS to host virtual Part 3 of VAWA Roundtable Discussion Series, March 8

VAWA Roundtable Discussion: Sentencing and the Value of a Pre-Sentence Report in Tribal Courts March 8, 2023 on Zoom Webinar 11-4pm ET | 10 -3pm […]

Reclaiming Traditional Ecological Knowledge

For thousands of years, humans have lived as one with nature, creating a meaningful and essential connection with the land, sea, and sky. Historically, Native […]

2023 Maine Law School Indian Law Conference

KEYNOTE: MICHAEL-COREY HINTON, LEADER OF THE TRIBAL NATIONS PRACTICE GROUP AT DRUMMOND WOODSUM AND CITIZEN OF THE PASSAMAQUODDY TRIBE (SIPAYIK). This is a significant moment […]

Tamera Begay: A Day in the Life of a Tribal Prosecutor [Federal Lawyer]

Tamera Begay has published “A Day in the Life of a Tribal Prosecutor” in the January/February issue of the Federal Lawyer [starts on page 14]. […]

The Unsung Heroes: Native American Code Talkers in World War II

Speaking and writing in code is not a novel experience for Native Americans. Symbolism and language are a huge part of Indigenous culture, and historically, […]

Native American Women Warriors – Pow Wow Life 84

Join Paul G for an interview with several members of the Native American Women Warriors.   Native American Women Warriors (NAWW) encourages recognition for Native […]

Eighth Generation Making Blankets for Marvel

Wakonda Forever! Black Panther became a major hit shortly after its release in 2018 and got us all hooked. From its writing to directing and […]

Greg Ablavsky and Tanner Allread on How Indigenous Peoples Debated the U.S. Constitution

Gregory Ablavsky and W. Tanner Allread have posted “We the (Native) People?: How Indigenous Peoples Debated the U.S. Constitution,” forthcoming in the Columbia Law Review, […]

AFN CALLS ON THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA TO TAKE ACTION TO SUPPORT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MORE MARINE INDIGENOUS PROTECTED AND CONSERVED AREAS

The post AFN CALLS ON THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA TO TAKE ACTION TO SUPPORT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MORE MARINE INDIGENOUS PROTECTED AND CONSERVED AREAS appeared […]

‘Fancy Dance’ Sundance Film Festival Review

‘Fancy Dance’ is a much-needed masterpiece that tells the story of an Indigenous woman who goes missing and those left behind. The data on murdered […]

Student Note on Native Voting Rights

Noelle N. Wyman has published “Native Voting Power: Enhancing Tribal Sovereignty in Federal Elections” (PDF) in the Yale Law Journal. Here is the abstract: Members […]

ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 100 EMPLOYERS IN THE NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION

The post ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 100 EMPLOYERS IN THE NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

The Ultimate Native Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Ah, Valentine’s Day is just around the bend, and love is in the air! Pink, red, and white cover each store aisle, sparkly ads on […]

News on Proposed State ICWA Laws

Over the past few weeks, a number of states have been considering state ICWA laws. I’m keeping the bills updated here, along with their current […]

Emergency Hearing Standards Case from Montana [ICWA]

A.J.B. and O.F., Petitioners, v. MONTANA EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT GALLATIN COUNTY (2023) FindLaw I won’t lie, guys, I had to read this one multiple […]

Oklahoma Teacher Selected As An Official For Super Bowl

The Cherokee Nation is the largest of three Cherokee-recognized tribes in the US. Recently, dreams came true for the 48-year-old Oklahoma Cherokee citizen and school […]

MANITOBA REGIONAL CHIEF CINDY WOODHOUSE ADDRESSES FEDERAL, PROVINCIAL, TERRITORIAL MEETING ON SHARED PRIORITIES

The post MANITOBA REGIONAL CHIEF CINDY WOODHOUSE ADDRESSES FEDERAL, PROVINCIAL, TERRITORIAL MEETING ON SHARED PRIORITIES appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Native American Mascots in Sports Teams: Cultural Appropriation or a Symbol of Honor?

Whether it be stereotypical, savage-looking images, prejudiced names, or how stadiums fill up with fans with red-painted faces participating in gestures related to hostility, Native […]

Ray Cross and Alex Skibine Walk On

It’s been a terrible last few weeks in Indian law — two of the most accomplished, passionate, and delightful Native men I have ever met […]

AFN BULLETIN – February 3, 2023 – AFN calls for urgent and transformative climate action led by Indigenous Peoples following COP27: UN Climate Change Conference 2022

The post AFN BULLETIN – February 3, 2023 – AFN calls for urgent and transformative climate action led by Indigenous Peoples following COP27: UN Climate […]

Grease: All-Indigenous Production brings Indigenous Culture to Light

Grease is a romance movie that has won our hearts ever since its release. But what is more exciting is an all-Indigenous production of the […]

AFN BULLETIN – February 2, 2023 – Elevating First Nations’ leadership to address biodiversity loss at COP15: UN Convention on Biological Diversity 2022

The post AFN BULLETIN – February 2, 2023 – Elevating First Nations’ leadership to address biodiversity loss at COP15: UN Convention on Biological Diversity 2022 […]

Piita Aapasskaan: A Kanai Skateboarder’s Story

Over 20 years ago, Brock Mitchell captured a photo of his skateboarder friend, Kyle Young Pine. The black and white photo later became a blueprint […]

ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS BULLETIN – January 31, 2023 – Repeal and Replacement of the Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act (SDWFNA)

The post ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS BULLETIN – January 31, 2023 – Repeal and Replacement of the Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act (SDWFNA) […]

Materials re: Opposition to Proposed U.S. v. Michigan Consent Decree

Lots of lawyers making money on what appears to be utterly farcical litigation. Here are the updated materials in United States v. Michigan (W.D. Mich.): […]

Fletcher on Due Process and Equal Protection in Michigan Anishinaabe Courts

The Michigan State Law Review Forum has published my short article, “Due Process and Equal Protection in Michigan Anishinaabe Courts.” Check it out.

Ninth Circuit Rejects Leadership Claims of Alturas Rancheria Faction

Here is the opinion in Alturas Indian Rancheria v. Bernhardt. Briefs and lower court materials here.

First Native American Woman in Space Goes on Spacewalk

We are proud of Nicole Aunapu Mann, the first Native American NASA astronaut to go for a spacewalk. She, alongside Koichi Wakata of Japan, was […]

Litigation in North Dakota Federal Court over Turtle Mountain TERO Power to Assess Nonmember Business on Trust Lands

Here are the materials so far in Hanson v. Parisien (D.N.D.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 3-1 Tribal Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 6 Hanson Response to MTD.pdfDownload 8 Hanson […]

No-smudging at Powwow Irks Students at North Dakota School

In the earlier half of January, the University of Mary became the subject of an online stir when it prohibited the Native American practice of […]

American Indian Justice Conference Call for Papers

The 2023 American Indian Justice Conference (AIJC) is planned for May 3-4, 2023 in Reno, NV. The conference planners for this event are the National Criminal Justice […]

Phoenix Suns Pay Homage to Arizona with New Jersey

Sports are powerful. They unleash a high-spirited side unknown to most of us, create heartfelt stories that spark changes in the community, and shed light […]

Angela Riley & Sarah Glenn Thompson on Dual Sovereignty and Indian Country Crimes

Angela Riley & Sarah Glenn Thompson have posted “Mapping Dual Sovereignty and Double Jeopardy in Indian Country Crimes,” recently published in the Columbia Law Review, […]

Water Users Seek SCT Review of Spokane-Federal Water Use Agreement

Here is the cert petition in Sulgrove v. Spokane Tribe: Sulgrove Petition.pdfDownload Here are the questions presented: Whether landowners, whose water use was exempted from […]

Sault Tribe/Kewadin Gaming Enjoined from Concealing or Dissipating Assets in Gaming Development Company Dispute [recall the $88M judgment]

Here is the order in JLLJ Development LLC v. Kewadin Casinos Gaming Authority (Mich. Cir. Ct.): ex-parte-temp.-restr.-order-filedDownload Prior post here.

Bethany Hughes on the History of Natives at UMich

The University of Michigan has a complicated history with Native American communities, which were vital to its very existence. Join us for a discussion with Bethany […]

Lunch in Indian Country CLE: Supreme Court Update on Indian Law [with Fletcher]

Supreme Court Update on Indian Law Co-Sponsored by the State Bar of Arizona and the State Bar’s Indian Law Section January 18, 2023, 12:00-1:00 MST […]

MSU Indian Law Clinic Funding Announcement and Job Opportunity

It is with great pleasure to announce the Indian Law Clinic at MSU received an initial $200,000 to fund a Tribal Appellate Clerk Project from […]

SCOTUS Grants LDF v. Coughlin

Here is the order. Cert stage briefs here.

Paul G’s Favorite Purchases from Amazon.com in 2022

Do you shop at Amazon?  I know I do.  It is just too easy to order something and have it show up 2 days later. […]

Eighth Circuit Rejects Federal Tort Claim against US involving Rosebud Indian Health Clinic Employee Car Accident

Here is the opinion in Two Eagle v. United States. The briefs: Two Eagle Opening Brief.pdfDownload US Answer Brief.pdfDownload Reply.pdfDownload

Mille Lacs Ojibwe Prevails on Criminal Jurisdiction against County Sheriff’s Office

Here are the materials in Mille Lacs Band of Chippewa Indians v. County of Mille Lacs (D. Minn.): 319 Tribe Motion for Summary.pdfDownload 321 Sheriff […]

New York Federal Court Dismisses Third Party Claims against Cayuga and Clint Halftown [except for recoupment] in Smoke Shop Dispute

Here are the updated materials in Cayuga Nation v. Parker (N.D. N.Y.): 64 Meyer Third Party Complaint.pdfDownload 65 Parker Third Party Complaint.pdfDownload 75-1 Tribe Motion […]

Application of ICWA to Third Party Custody Petition out of Montana

2023-da-22-0405 The Court agreed that ICWA applied to a third party custody petition where the parent could not get her child back upon demand, but […]

Native American Holiday Gift Guide – Pow Wow Life – 78

Learn more – www.powwows.com/win Time for Holiday Shopping! This year be sure to support Indigenous companies and artists!  Use our Holiday Gift Guide to start […]

Edward Norton Discovers Native Ancestry – Pocahontas Is His 12th Great-Grandmother

The season premiere of “Finding Your Roots” reveals a surprising relationship between actor Edward Norton and Pocahontas. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the remarkable roots […]

Most Popular Stories of 2022 on PowWows.com

Below are the Top most popular stories published on PowWows.com in 2022! Thanks to you for reading and sharing our stories in 2022, I appreciate […]

Williams & Cochrane, Rosette, and Quechan Stipulate to Dismiss All of Their Claims [update]

Here is the stipulation in Williams & Cochrane LLP v. Quechan Tribe of the Fort Yuma Reservation (S.D. Cal.): 389 Williams and Cochrane v Rosette […]

Michigan State Court Order in Suit against Sault Tribe Gaming Entity, Orders $88M (!!) in Damages

Here is the order in JLLJ Development LLC v. Kewadin Casinos Gaming Authority (Mich. Cir. Ct.): CC – Order GENERIC ORDER – CIVIL-CRIMINAL-DOMESTIC – 21-000189-CB-C30 […]

Top Most Popular YouTube Videos of 2022 on PowWows.com

Below are the Top most popular youtube videos published on PowWows.com in 2022! Thanks to you for reading and sharing our youtube videos in 2022, […]

Ninth Circuit Panel Affirms City of Seattle’s Removal of Sauk-Suiattle Dam Suit to Federal Court, Asks for En Banc Review of Circuit Precedent on Removal . . . Good for procedure nerds, I’m sure.

Here is the opinion in Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe v. City of Seattle. Briefs here. Impressionist painting of the removal of a state court complaint to […]

California COA Briefs in California Capitalism Association v. Marston

Here: California Capitalism Opening Brief.pdfDownload Answer Brief.pdfDownload

Tenth Circuit Rules in Favor of Oil and Gas Extractors in Royalties Dispute [Wind River Reservation]

Here is the opinion in Merit Energy Company LLC v. Haaland. Briefs: Merit Opening Brief.pdfDownload Federal Brief.pdfDownload Merit Reply.pdfDownload Federal Reply.pdfDownload

Wisconsin Court of Appeals Briefs in Matter Involving Taxation of Menominee Trust Land

Here are the briefs in Legend Lake Properties Owners Association Inc. v. Keshena: Opening Brief.pdfDownload Answer Brief.pdfDownload

Merits Stage Briefs in Arizona v. Navajo Nation/Dept. of the Interior v. Navajo Nation

Here: All this water is Navajo. Interior Brief.pdfDownload Arizona Merits Brief.pdfDownload Colorado Merits Brief.pdfDownload

Department of Justice Civil Rights Division Publishes Damning Report on Alaska’s Child Welfare System Violates the Americans With Disabilities Act

Here is the report. 2022.12.15_alaska_findings_report_0.pdfDownload From the press release: The Department of Justice announced today that it found reasonable cause to believe that the State […]

New Year Giveaway – Pendleton Blankets and More!

2022 was a great year!   Thank You! I’m excited for 2023.  I have some exciting projects planned for this year.  Plus Pow Wows will be […]

ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS BULLETIN – AFN Special Chiefs Assembly, December 6-8

The post ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS BULLETIN – AFN Special Chiefs Assembly, December 6-8 appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Greg Bigler on Euchee Legal Traditions

Gregory Bigler has posted “7000 Dzo-Gaw-law (Ancestors)” on SSRN. Here is the abstract: I read Stories from the Euchee Reservation on a plane. I read […]

Tom Bell on the Catawba Special Economic Zone

Tom Bell has posted “The Catawba Digital Economic Zone: A Native American SEZ,” published in the Journal of Special Jurisdictions, on SSRN. The abstract: The […]

Ohio SCT Affirms Condemnation of Golf Course Built on Octogon Earthworks

Here are the materials in State of Ohio ex rel. Ohio History Connection v. Moundbuilders Country Club Company: 2022-Ohio-4345 Country Club Brief Ohio History Connection […]

Documentary Video – Sampson Sixkiller Sinquah – 2022 World Hoop Dance Champion

In February of 2022, Sampson Sixkiller Sinquah (Gila River Pima/ Hopi-Tewa/ Cherokee) competed against 22 competitors at the World Hoop Dance Championships held at the […]

Split Ninth Circuit Reinstates Suit against School District that Banned Beaded Graduation Cap

Here is the opinion in Waln v. Dysart School District. Briefs here and here. More details at NARF.

AFN FIRST NATIONS-IN-ASSEMBLY PASS RESOLUTIONS BY CONSENSUS ON COMPENSATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

The post AFN FIRST NATIONS-IN-ASSEMBLY PASS RESOLUTIONS BY CONSENSUS ON COMPENSATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

AFN STANDS WITH FAMILY OF MORGAN BEATRICE HARRIS AND ALL MMIWG2S+ DEMANDING DIGNITY AND JUSTICE

The post AFN STANDS WITH FAMILY OF MORGAN BEATRICE HARRIS AND ALL MMIWG2S+ DEMANDING DIGNITY AND JUSTICE appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Three New (and Fascinating — Read: Lots of Anishinaabe Jurisprudence) Appellate Court Opinions from Sault Tribe COA

Payment v. Election Committee APP-22-02 Opinion and Order.APvElec.pdfDownload Hoffman v. Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors Opinion & Order.Hoffman.pdfDownload MacLeod v. […]

Pawnee Nation Endorses Declaration on Rights of Indigenous Persons

Here is the press release and related statutes: PBC – laws, PN DRIP Act (Approved 05-12-22).pdfDownload Pawnee Nation–laws, Declaration of Respect 2021.pdfDownload PBC–laws, Pawnee Nation-Government-to-Government-Consultation-Statute.pdfDownload […]

Gov. Whitmer Attends State-Tribal Summit in Sault Ste. Marie, Appoints First Tribal Citizen Ever to Michigan Court of Appeals 

Michigan Executive Office of the Governor sent this bulletin at 12/06/2022 04:04 PM EST FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    December 6, 2022   Contact: [email protected]       Gov. Whitmer Attends State-Tribal Summit in Sault Ste. Marie, […]

AFN STANDS WITH KIASHKE ZAAGING ANISHINABEK (GULL BAY FIRST NATION) IN ACTION AGAINST CANADA FOR INEQUITABLE FUNDING AND SUPPORT FOR FIRST NATION POLICE SERVICES

The post AFN STANDS WITH KIASHKE ZAAGING ANISHINABEK (GULL BAY FIRST NATION) IN ACTION AGAINST CANADA FOR INEQUITABLE FUNDING AND SUPPORT FOR FIRST NATION POLICE […]

Interior Proposes New Fee-to-Trust Regs and New Class III Compact Process Regs, Parts 151 and 293

Here. From the notice: The Department of the Interior (Department) invites Tribal Leaders to consult on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for the Department’s […]

FIRST NATIONS LEADERS GATHER DURING HEARINGS ON THE ACT C-92, AN ACT RESPECTING FIRST NATIONS, METIS AND INUIT CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AND THE POTENTIAL PASSING OF BILL C-29

The post FIRST NATIONS LEADERS GATHER DURING HEARINGS ON THE ACT C-92, AN ACT RESPECTING FIRST NATIONS, METIS AND INUIT CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AND THE […]

Bison Are Returning to More Native American Lands

Native American tribes are leading efforts to restore bison populations across the North American lands on which they once flourished.  Bison, also known as the […]

Angela Riley on Indigenous Cultural Property Law

Angela R. Riley has published “The Ascension of Indigenous Cultural Property Law” in the Michigan Law Review. Prof. Riley presenting the paper last fall at […]

FIRST NATIONS FROM COAST TO COAST TO COAST TO GATHER IN OTTAWA FOR AFN SPECIAL CHIEFS ASSEMBLY DECEMBER 6-8

The post FIRST NATIONS FROM COAST TO COAST TO COAST TO GATHER IN OTTAWA FOR AFN SPECIAL CHIEFS ASSEMBLY DECEMBER 6-8 appeared first on Assembly […]

Parties Renew Motions for Summary Judgment in Sault Tribe Bid for Detroit-Area Casino

Here are the new materials in Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians v. Haaland (formerly Bernhardt, Zinke, etc.) (D.D.C.): Time to rumble. 91 Sault […]

New Mexico COA Holds Navajo Nation Member Who Rents is Exempt from State Income Tax

Here are the materials in Skeet v. New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department: Department Opening Brief Answer Brief Reply Opinion A wolf protesting taxes I […]

UDub Indian Law Symposium — Friday, Dec. 9, 2022

Register here. UW Law will host the 35th annual Indian Law Symposium on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, featuring a full set of topics from panelists […]

Update on Compensation and Long-Term Reform to the First Nations Child and Family Services Program and Jordan’s Principle

The post Update on Compensation and Long-Term Reform to the First Nations Child and Family Services Program and Jordan’s Principle appeared first on Assembly of […]

REGIONAL CHIEF CINDY WOODHOUSE REACTS TO DECISION MADE BY THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA

The post REGIONAL CHIEF CINDY WOODHOUSE REACTS TO DECISION MADE BY THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

D.C. Federal Court Dismisses Suits Attacking United Keetoowah and Kialegee Compacts, Allows Suits Against Comanche and Otoe-Missouria to Proceed

Here are the materials in Cherokee Nation v. Dept, of the Interior (D.D.C.): 106 Federal Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 107-1 Woommavovah Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 109 Shotton […]

Michigan Bar Journal: “Professionalism in tribal jurisdictions”

Here. NDN badass, unrelated to the content of this article.

Ninth Circuit Reverses Dismissal of San Carlos Apache Health Care Contract Support Costs Suit

Here is the opinion in San Carlos Apache Tribe v. Beccera. An excerpt: A simplified example clarifies this scheme. Assume that a tribe administers a […]

ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS NAMED ONE OF CANADA’S TOP 100 EMPLOYERS

The post ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS NAMED ONE OF CANADA’S TOP 100 EMPLOYERS appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

California’s War of Extermination Against American Indians

California’s War of Extermination Against American Indians, led by the U.S. District Court of the Northern District Court of California Historical Society will take place […]

Alaska Federal Court Holds Fair Labor Standards Act Inapplicable to Southcentral Foundation

Here are the materials in Meglitsch v. Southcentral Foundation (D. Alaska): 1 Notice of Removal 1-1 State Court Complaint 22 Southcentral Motion for Summary J […]

Oklahoma SCT Materials in Wren v. Yates

Here: Summary Disposition Order Darby Concurrence Combs Concurring Gurich Concurring Appellant Brief Related case here.

NABA-DC Panel on Brackeen

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Penn Law/Field Center ICWA Presentation

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Native Artist Interview and Performances For Native American Heritage Month

PowWows.com is hosting a series of performances for Native American Heritage Month sponsored by The US Department of Health and Human Services. Join Paul G […]

Native America Calling Show Today — The Fate of ICWA

Here. Each side presented their oral arguments Wednesday to the U.S. Supreme Court for the most serious challenge to the Indian Child Welfare Act in […]

Prof. Fort on Morning Edition and Additional Brackeen Coverage

Morning Edition “ICWA doesn’t prevent an individualized assessment of the best placement for each child,” says Kathryn Fort, director of the Indian Law Clinic at […]

Brackeen Post-Oral Argument Discussion – via Zoom

Please join the Indigenous Law and Policy Center this Wednesday, November 9, at 6:00 p.m. ET for a post-oral argument discussion of Brackeen over Zoom. […]

Top 10 Native American Children’s Books

November, popularly celebrated as American Heritage Month, makes it the perfect time to get your hands down on children’s books by Native American authors. Whether […]

SCTOUS Grants United States and Arizona Petitions in Navajo Water Case

Here was yesterday’s order. Prior post here. Thinking if SCOTUS had some good frybread, they’d let Indian country have the nice things we deserve, like […]

Update on AFN-Canada Specific Claims Co-Development Process

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Registration Open! The History & Future of The Indian Child Welfare Act (Session 2)

Session 2: Consequences and Implications of the Supreme Court Case The panel of legal experts and academics will discuss the oral arguments in the HAALAND […]

Ann Estin on Equal Protection and the Indian Child Welfare Act

Ann Estin has posted “Equal Protection and the Indian Child Welfare Act: States, Tribal Nations, and Family Law,” forthcoming in the Journal of the American […]

Our Favorite Native American History Books

What did you learn in school about Native Americans?   Did you only study tribal history during November? Were the topics only centered around early US […]

REGIONAL CHIEF PAUL PROSPER TO ATTEND PUBLIC CEREMONY LAUNCHING INDEPENDENT SPECIFIC CLAIMS CO-DEVELOPMENT PROCESS

The post REGIONAL CHIEF PAUL PROSPER TO ATTEND PUBLIC CEREMONY LAUNCHING INDEPENDENT SPECIFIC CLAIMS CO-DEVELOPMENT PROCESS appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

FBA DC Indian Law Conference 

After two years of virtual programming, the D.C. Indian Law Conference returns Monday, November 7 in a hybrid format, allowing attendees the option to attend in-person or […]

Explore Native 2022 – Native American Heritage Month Challenge

Welcome to the 2022 Explore Native Challenge for Native American Heritage Month. During November, I want to challenge you to learn more about Native culture […]

D.C. Federal Court Rejects Effort to Seek Trust Accounting re: Allotments of Former Slaves of Indian Tribes

Here are the materials in Tanner-Brown v. Haaland (D.D.C.): 1 Complaint 15 Motion to Dismiss 18 Opposition 19 Reply 21 DCT Order Granting Motion to […]

Grand Gateway Hotel Sued by DOJ for Racial Discrimination

In 2022, you wouldn’t think things like blatant bigotry and collective punishment still occur in some regions of America, but they unfortunately do.  The U.S. […]

Update in Maverick Gaming Challenge to IGRA — New Venue and Rule 19 Motion to Dismiss

Here are the new materials in Maverick Gaming LLC v. United States (W.D. Wash.): 66 Amended Complaint.pdfDownload 68-1 Shoalwater Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 85 Shoalwater Bay […]

ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS – October 25, 2022 – Update on Canadian Human Rights Tribunal Decision on the Final Settlement Agreement on Compensation

The Assembly of First Nations issues regular updates on work underway at the national office. More information is available at www.afn.ca.                                           SUMMARY:  On October 25, […]

2022 Rennard Strickland Lecture at Oregon Law [live and livestreamed]

Here. The 16th Annual Rennard Strickland Lecture will take place on Monday, October 24th at 6:00pm in Room 175 of the William W. Knight Law […]

Research Paper Writing – Writing a Research Paper

Whenever you’re writing a research paper, a lot of things will need to be taken under consideration. The first issue is the subject of the […]

2022-2023 American Indian Law Review National Writing Competition

Announcing the 2022-2023 American Indian Law Review National Writing Competition This year’s American Indian Law Review national writing competition is now welcoming papers from students at accredited law schools in […]

Native American Inmates in Walla Walla Hold a Pow Wow

Native Americans make up a disproportionately high percentage of inmates in the United States. Experiencing prison life can quickly strip oneself of the important things […]

Panel on Integrating Indian Law into the Curriculum Today @ 3PM Eastern

Comic book here. Fletcher’s paper here: fletcher teaching indian law ssrn.pdfDownload

NM State Bar Indian Law Section Annual CLE Conference

The 2022 NM State Bar Indian Law Section Annual CLE Conference will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2022, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. […]

Colorado Pro Hac Vice Rule for ICWA Cases

Colorado is the most recent state to add a pro hac rule for ICWA cases. This rule is pretty narrow, and only applies for attorneys […]

Harvard Native Alums Letter on the Harvard Steering Committee on Human Remains in University Museum Collections Report

Here: Harvard Letter 2022-10-12.pdfDownload The report is here. What would the ancestors say?

SCOTUS Denies Cert in Oklahoma Indian Status Case

Here is yesterday’s order list. The Oklahoma case was Oklahoma v. Wadkins. Lower court materials here. The Court also denied cert in the Clarkson case.

Welcome To The New and Improved PowWows.com

After months of work, we have launched a new look and design for PowWows.com!   The old design was implemented in 2017.  Over the years, we […]

Slockish v. Dept. of Transportation Cert Petition

Here: slockish-petitionDownload Question presented: Whether the Ninth Circuit’s mootness ruling warrants summary reversal where the panel clearly misapprehended governing law on mootness and on the […]

JoAnne Cook Talk on Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Here. October 10th, 4pmPresented by JoAnne CookIn-Person: Munnecke Room, 203 E. Cedar. St. Leland, MI 49654

Decision Western Native Voice et al. v. Jacobsen (voting rights)

After a two week trial, on September 30, 2022, a Montana court struck down as unconstitutional two state laws that hinder Native participation in the state’s […]

ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS BULLETIN – 60-Day Notice on Charter Resolution

Letter to all First Nations In accordance with Article 27 of the Charter, I am pleased to provide you with a written 60 days’ notice […]

Briefing Completed in Haaland v. Brackeen [ICWA]

With the reply briefs filed yesterday, all of the briefing is completed in the Supreme Court case Haaland v. Brackeen. Oral argument will be at […]

Michigan Tribal-State-Federal Judicial Forum Meeting at Pokagon Band Tribal Court

Chief Judge Mike Petoskey in the healing fire room Chief Judge Petoskey in his office

Native Americans Getting Left Behind in Remote Work Economy

It’s no secret that the remote work economy is booming. Technology has allowed people to work from anywhere, and companies are taking advantage by hiring […]

The Arizona Journal of Environmental Law and Policy – Call for Submissions

The Arizona Journal of Environmental Law and Policy at the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law are taking submissions for upcoming issues. […]

2022 Native Language Summit

Join the Bureau of Indian Education in Oklahoma City on October 4th for the 2022 Native Language Summit. Experts will be leading discussions on integrating […]

Rez Ball: Past, Present & Future of Native American Basketball

Rez Ball is getting a lot more attention, these days, thanks in part to its portrayal in film in literature. It’s even getting its own […]

The End of a Michigan Law Allowing Scientists to Dig Up “Aboriginal Inhabitants”

Came across this short note in Indian Talk, a 1973 newsletter by and about Michigan Indians and a precursor to the original Turtle Talk, referencing […]

Montana Federal Court Will Decide Whether Nonmember Lease at Blackfeet Was Cancelled, Rejecting Nonmember Ploy to Declare Bankruptcy to Avoid a Judgment

Here are the materials in Eagle Bear Inc. v. Blackfeet Indian Nation (D. Mont.): 51 Eagle Bear 2d Motion for Injunction 54 Blackfeet Opposition 57 […]

Maryland COA Affirms Decision Resolving Internal Political Dispute of State-Recognized Accohannock Indian Tribe

Here is the unpublished opinion in Hinmon v. Accohannock Indian Tribe: Unpublished Opinion.pdfDownload

ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS BULLETIN – Update on First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Compensation

SUMMARY:  The AFN appeared before the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (CHRT) on September 15 and 16, 2022, to seek the CHRT’s endorsement of the $20-billion […]

In the I-Can’t-Believe-I’m-Posting-This-Shit-Today File, Clarkson v. New Mexico Board of Regents

Here: Clarkson Cert Petition Appendix Brief for the Respondents in Opposition to Petition for Writ of Cert. Just taking out the trash today.

Grant Christensen on Cooley and Tribal Law Enforcement

Grant Christensen has posted “Getting Cooley Right: The Inherent Criminal Powers of Tribal Law Enforcement,” forthcoming in the UC Davis Law Review, on SSRN. Abstract: […]

Join the MSU Indigenous Law and Policy Center

The Michigan State University Indigenous Law and Policy Center (ILPC) and College ofLaw seek entry-level and lateral candidates for full-time, tenure system faculty positions withresearch […]

Grant Christensen on the Extradition Clause and Indian Country

Grand Christensen has posted “The Extradition Clause and Indian Country,” forthcoming in the North Dakota Law Review, on SSRN. The abstract: This article looks at […]

National Indigenous Organization Leaders at the State Funeral of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

(London, UK) – Leaders from Canada’s three national Indigenous organizations are attending the state funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II tomorrow as part of […]

ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS NATIONAL CHIEF ROSEANNE ARCHIBALD TO ATTEND THE STATE FUNERAL OF QUEEN ELIZABETH II

(Ottawa, ON) – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief RoseAnne Archibald arrives in London, UK today to attend the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth […]

Oakland Could Return Land To Indigenous People

The city of Oakland, California, unveiled a plan last week to return five acres of land to indigenous people. If the plan is approved, it […]

Grant Christensen on Using Consent to Expand Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction

Grand Christensen has posted “Using Consent to Expand Tribal Court Criminal Jurisdiction,” forthcoming in the California Law Review, on SSRN. Navajo police officer photographed by […]

American Constitution Society 2022 Supreme Court Preview — Thursday, 9/15 @ 12:30 EST [featuring Singel]

Register here. Description: Join ACS for our Annual Supreme Court Preview, part of our observation of this year’s Constitution Day. After the seismic decisions handed […]

Washington Federal Court Rules in Favor of Suquamish over Insurance Company in Tribal Court Jurisdiction Dispute

Here are the materials in Suquamish Tribe v. Smith (W.D. Wash.): 1 Complaint .pdfDownload 1-3 Suquamish COA Opinion.pdfDownload 52 Suquamish MSJ.pdfDownload 54 Lexington MSJ.pdfDownload 62 […]

OJS TJS to host virtual Part 2 of VAWA Roundtable Discussion Series, Sept 28

VAWA Roundtable Discussion: Shared Tribal Experiences Under VAWA ’13 September 28, 2022 on Zoom Webinar 11-5pm ET | 10 -4pm CT | 9-3pm MT | […]

Pow Wow Calendar Book

Thanks for signing up for the Pow Wow Calendar Book! Check your email for the link to download the book soon. Each month I’ll send […]

Indian Country Reacts to Queen Elizabeth II’s Death

Queen Elizabeth II, who ruled the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Commonwealth realms for the past 70 years, has passed […]

ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS NATIONAL CHIEF OFFERS CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF QUEEN ELIZABETH II

(Ottawa, ON) – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief RoseAnne Archibald issued the following statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. […]