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SCOTUS Indian Child Welfare Act Ruling Reaffirms Indigenous Rights
Find the release in PDF format here. Anchorage, AK – In a 7-2 ruling, the United States Supreme Court today resoundingly affirmed the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). The Court clearly upheld Congress’ authority to protect Native children, and the decision demonstrates a strong understanding of the principles of Indian law and the […] Read More
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ANCSA Regional Association Endorses Lisa Murkowski for U.S. Senate and Mary Peltola for U.S. Congress
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 12, 2022 Anchorage, AK – Citing their defense of Alaska jobs and keen understanding of the issues facing our state, the ANCSA Regional Association (ARA) has endorsed Lisa Murkowski for U.S. Senate and Mary Peltola for the U.S. House of Representatives. “Senator Murkowski has been a strong and reliable ally for Alaskans, […] Read More
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ANCSA Regional Association and Alaska Native Village Corporation Association mourn the loss of Congressman Don Young
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 18, 2022 ANCSA Regional Association and Alaska Native Village Corporation Association mourn the loss of Congressman Don Young The ANCSA Regional Association (ARA) and Alaska Native Village Corporation Association (ANVCA) grieve the loss of Congressman Don Young, who passed away today. ARA Board Chair Sophie Minich and President Kim Reitmeier along with […] Read More
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ARA Statement on Superior Court Decision supporting Power Cost Equalization Funding
ANCSA Regional Association (ARA) supports the Power Cost Equalization Fund program (PCE) and the vital benefits it provides Alaska’s rural communities and residents. We are pleased to hear of the Superior Court’s ruling yesterday that protects the fund’s future. As we continue to navigate the pandemic and its impacts on our people and our economies, […] Read More
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ARA and ANVCA Welcome Supreme Court’s Landmark Decision Recognizing Role of Alaska Native Corporations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 25, 2021 ARA and ANVCA Welcome Supreme Court’s Landmark Decision Recognizing Role of Alaska Native Corporations ANCSA Regional Association (ARA) and Alaska Native Village Corporation Association (ANVCA) issued the following statement, reacting to the Supreme Court of the United States’ decision holding Alaska Native regional and village corporations should be recognized under […] Read More