A new bill in New York aims to legally recognize the rights of water bodies across the state, protecting ecosystems like the Great Lakes from pollution, privatization, and exploitation.
Read more: New York Introduces Landmark Bill of Rights for Great Lakes and State Waters
In a landmark move, the Shasta Indian Nation successfully reclaimed over 2,800 acres of ancestral land in California, marking a significant step toward cultural preservation and environmental stewardship.
Read more: Historic Restoration: Shasta Indian Nation Reclaims Ancestral Lands in California
The House has passed two key bills championed by Rep. Nick Begich, ensuring Alaska Native communities regain control over their lands and exempting settlement trust payments from affecting federal assistance eligibility.
Read more: House Passes Landmark Alaska Native Bills Restoring Land and Protecting Benefits
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The Bureau of Reclamation is investing $7 million in technical assistance to help tribes plan, manage, and sustain clean water systems across the Western U.S.
New legislation would invest over $2.5 billion to help tribal communities build and maintain safe, reliable water systems.
