Search Results for keywords:"Tribal Nations"

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  • 2024-28272 — FEMA Tribal Declarations Interim Guidance
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 95804
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting public comments on the new FEMA Tribal Declarations Interim Guidance, which updates the previous 2017 guidance. This new guidance aims to address challenges faced by Tribal Nations when requesting federal disaster assistance, following extensive consultations with these communities. The document is available online, and comments can be submitted until January 2, 2025. FEMA has stated that the final guidance will not have the force of law.

    Simple Explanation

    The FEMA is asking people to share their thoughts on a new guide that helps Tribal Nations ask for help after big disasters. They have made some changes since 2017, and people can send in their ideas until January 2, 2025, but the new rules won't be like laws.

  • 2025-06209 — Notice of Inventory Completion: University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 15474
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The University of California, Berkeley has completed an inventory of human remains and related objects under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These items were collected from various sites in Sacramento County and are linked to specific Native American Tribes. Repatriation of these items to the appropriate Tribal Nations or organizations may start on or after May 12, 2025. The notice specifies who may request repatriation, and it’s up to the University to determine the rightful claimants if there are multiple requests.

    Simple Explanation

    The University of California, Berkeley found some bones and old objects that used to belong to Native American Tribes, and they want to give them back to the right tribes by May 12, 2025. They need to figure out which tribe they belong to if more than one tribe asks for them.

  • 2024-29652 — Corps of Engineers Agency Specific Procedures To Implement the Principles, Requirements, and Guidelines for Federal Investments in Water Resources
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    Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 103992
    Reading Time:about 2 hours

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has introduced new rules for evaluating water resources projects, offering specific procedures to implement principles from federal guidelines established for such investments. This rule aims to maximize public benefits by balancing economic, environmental, and social considerations while prioritizing collaboration and public engagement, including with Tribal Nations. The rule will apply to new and significant projects and does not impose new mandates on small entities or Tribal governments. It emphasizes transparency, public participation, and the consideration of climate change and environmental justice in decision-making processes.

    Simple Explanation

    The Army's Engineers have made new rules to help decide how to handle water projects like building dams or cleaning rivers, making sure they are good for people, the environment, and the economy. These rules say it's important for everyone to work together and listen to communities, especially when thinking about changes in weather and fairness for everyone.

  • 2024-31574 — Notice of Availability of the Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan for the Rio Puerco Field Office in Albuquerque, NM
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 333
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced the availability of the Record of Decision (ROD) for the Approved Resource Management Plan (RMP) for the Rio Puerco Field Office in New Mexico. Signed on December 23, 2024, this plan replaces the previous version from 1986/1992 and aims to balance resource use and conservation in the area. The RMP addresses various aspects like land use, recreation, renewable energy, and collaboration with Tribal Nations. It went through a 30-day protest period and a 60-day Governor's consistency review, resolving all protests and identifying no inconsistencies with state plans.

    Simple Explanation

    The people in charge of taking care of land in New Mexico have a new plan to make sure the land is used wisely and protected. They want to make sure the land is used for fun things like hiking, plus making energy and working with local people, and they checked to make sure this plan fits with the state’s plans.