Understanding Tribal-State Jurisdiction
On June 29, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, overturned the long-held understanding that states do not have authority to prosecute non-Indians
We’re Moving!
Starting March 21, 2023, the Native American Rights Fund will be located at our new address: 250 Arapahoe Ave. Boulder, CO 80302-5821.
Federal Agencies Must Increase Native Voter Access
Our 2020 report, Obstacles at Every Turn: Barriers to Political Participation Faced by Native American Voters, identified voter registration opportunities across
Congratulations to Patrice Kunesh for Appointment to ANA
Congratulations to Patrice H. Kunesh, major gifts officer at the Native American Rights Fund, on her successful nomination to serve as the Commissioner of the U.S. Department
The Story of Bears Ears Heard in Utah
Locals, outdoor enthusiasts and storytellers attending the Sundance Film Festival in January 2023 learned about the fight to protect Bears Ears National Monument...
Happy Elizabeth Peratrovich Day!
Alaska celebrates Elizabeth Peratrovich Day on February 16. Elizabeth Peratrovich (Tlingit, Yéil (Raven), L’ukaax.ádi (Sockeye)) was a powerful Alaska Native
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Continues Support for Tribal Supreme Court Project
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians announces a two-year grant of $300,000 per year to the Native American Rights Fund...
EPA Takes Action to Stop Pebble Mine
Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a “Recommended Determination” detailing potential Clean Water Act protections for Bristol Bay that could address the threat...
New United States Supreme Court Rule Properly Recognizes Tribal Governments
In December 2022, the United States Supreme Court adopted changes to its rules. The Native American Rights Fund (NARF) is happy to report that in those changes is a big win for Indian Country, one for which NARF actively advocated on behalf of tribal nations.
Tribes and Voters Sue Nebraska County to Secure Equal Representation
Despite Native Americans comprising nearly 60% of the total population of Thurston County, officials adopted districts that discriminated against the Native vote.
