WASHINGTON — In addition to articles already covered by Native News Online, here is a roundup of other news released from Washington, D.C. that impacts Indian Country recently.
IHS Shares Additional Information Regarding its Strategic Realignment
Indian Health Service (IHS) has shared additional information in a Dear Tribal Leader Letter that includes an embedded link to this slide deck of information on the current state and realignment goals at IHS. It shares information on the pillars, principles, current approach, and path forward for the agency.
IHS recently concluded its in-person consultations on the realignment; however, written comments may still be received through August 28 to consultation@ihs.gov with the subject line “IHS Strategic Realignment.” The letter also contains information on the IHS’s request for contributions of tribal flags to display in its new Hall of Tribal Nations at IHS Headquarters in Rockville, Maryland.
EPA Terminates Over $500 Million Solar Energy Programs Earmarked for Tribes
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced plans to terminate a $7 billion solar energy program that supports projects in marginalized communities, including more than $500 million earmarked for tribal lands.
The agency said it will end the Solar For All program, which allocated $7 billion to 63 grant recipients for use in financing and developing solar projects. Six tribal-focused organizations received $504 million in Solar for All funding when the program launched in April 2024.
The program faced uncertainty earlier this year when funding was frozen in January following a memo from the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. That freeze was lifted in March, allowing tribal recipients to access their grants and begin projects.
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ANA Tribal Consultation Announcement
The Administration for Native Americans (ANA) is inviting tribal leaders to a virtual consultation on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 2:00 – 5:00pm ET to share their input concerning economic development resources needed for tribal communities. Suggested topics for consideration include fostering private sector partnerships, infrastructure improvements, workforce development, and other strategies. Written comments may be submitted through September 13 to tribalaffairs@acf.hhs.gov.
Please see this Dear Tribal Leader Letter for more details, including registration information.
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