All versions of the SAVE Act harm Native voters
The SAVE Act (H.R. 22 / S. 128) and SAVE America Act (S. 1383) would force Native voters living in rural or remote areas to travel great distances to register to vote. They
SD bill would exclude voters and deepen inequities
Barriers to registration can change who is able to vote — and that can change who wins. When eligible voters are blocked from registering, entire communities lose their
Michigan Supreme Court to hear challenge to Line 5 oil tunnel
This week, the Michigan Supreme Court will hear a challenge brought by Tribal Nations located in Michigan and environmental advocates who argue that the Michigan Public
Prof. Robison on the Colorado River and Tribal water rights
A conversation with Professor Jason Robison of the University of Wyoming College of Law about the Colorado River and Tribal water management within the Colorado River Basin.
Happy Elizabeth Peratrovich Day!
Elizabeth Peratrovich was a Tlingit activist whose efforts led to the passage of the Alaska Anti-Discrimination Act of 1945, the first civil rights legislation in the
Tribal Supreme Court Project Celebrates 25th Anniversary
In 2026, the Tribal Supreme Court Project commemorates a quarter-century of service to Indian Country and envisions the next 25 years of protecting and furthering the interests of Tribal Nations at the U.S. Supreme Court.
This Valentines Day: Instead of Jewelry, Give Justice
Valentine's Day, a day to celebrate love. Otu'han is the Lakota (Sioux) word translated as "giveaway".
Resources for Individuals and Nonprofits Approached by ICE
Last updated January 23, 2026. Download flyers here or scroll down to read full text below:
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NARF statement on unlawful ICE activity
The Native American Rights Fund (NARF) condemns the unlawful actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). We stand with our neighbors—whatever their
Supreme Court case on absentee ballots could further disenfranchise Native voters
On January 9, 2026, three Native American organizations—National Congress of American Indians, Alaska Federation of Natives, and Native Vote Washington—filed an amicus brief at the U.S. Supreme Court in the case, Watson v. Republican National Committee, which addresses state deadlines for ballots received after Election Day. At issue in the case is a bipartisan Mississippi law, which allows absentee ballots that are mailed by Election Day and received by the registrar within five business days after Election Day.
