Press Releases 2024 HomePress Releases 2024 November 2024 11/21/2024 –Navajo Nation Council advocates for justice reform and stronger collaboration with federal partners 11/21/2024 –Navajo Nation takes Horsemen Lodge land into trust, expanding economic opportunities to benefit relocatees 11/19/2024 –Tribal Interior Budget Committee’s Public Safety and Justice Subcommittee addresses Tribal Law Enforcement challenges 11/15/2024 –Resources and Development Committee conducts site tour to focus on reclamation, asset security, and community development 11/14/2024 –Navajo Nation files second lawsuit against Apache County to protect Navajo voting rights 11/13/2024 –Health, Education, and Human Services Committee receives update on wage adjustments, policy updates, and hiring enhancements 11/13/2024 –Navajo Nation leaders urge Congress to pass water rights bills 11/12/2024 –Resources and Development Committee discusses freight rail feasibility study, receives $1 million dividend check 11/11/2024 – Legislation signed to fund rebuild of Hogback Pumping Station and rehabilitation of Chinle Valley Irrigation Well 11/11/2024 – Navajo Nation strengthens Tobacco Tax to address addiction and curb youth usage of nicotine products 11/08/2024 –Navajo Nation Environmental Remediation Fund ensures the protection and longevity of Navajo lands 11/07/2024 –25th Navajo Nation Council Standing Committees host special meeting to address community involvement and public safety 11/07/2024 – Navajo Nation Council joins President Nygren in signing a $148 million legislation to improve all Navajo Nation senior centers 11/05/2024 –Navajo Nation files lawsuit to extend voting hours in Apache County October 2024 10/31/2024 –25th Navajo Nation Council approves amendment to expand Fiscal Recovery Fund usage for bathroom renovations/upgrades 10/30/2024 – Nast’aji’ Nahata’ Hane Legislative Branch News – 2024 Fall Session 10/29/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council approves emergency funding for 2024 General Election 10/29/2024 – Navajo Nation Council confirms Michelle Espino as Chief Legislative Counsel 10/28/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council approves Legislation 0149-24 establishing Environmental Remediation Fund 10/25/2024 –Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee Announces Historic Partnership with the Chilchinbeto Chapter of the Navajo Nation 10/25/2024 – President Biden offers formal apology for the treatment of Native American children during the boarding school era 10/24/2024 –25th Navajo Nation Council appropriates approximately $148 Million for construction and renovation of senior centers across the Navajo Nation 10/24/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council passes legislation to amend tobacco tax toinclude nicotine and electronic smoking products 10/23/2024 – In President Nygren’s absence, Vice President Montoya provides the State of the Navajo Nation Address 10/23/2024 –Council Delegate Amber Kanazbah Crotty honors Sally Pete for her dedication to Navajo healthcare 10/23/2024 – Council Delegates recognize achievements and contributions of community leaders and student athletes 10/22/2024 –Navajo Nation Council unites to advocate for Domestic Violence and Disability Awareness 10/22/2024 –2024 Fall Session Speaker’s Report address key issues and initiatives 10/20/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council to convene on Monday, Oct. 21 for the 2024 Fall Council Session 10/19/2024 – Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel, Sr. passes away at 107 years old 10/16/2024 – Navajo Nation Council advocates for Navajo students and families at New Mexico Government to Government Indian Education Summit 10/16/2024 – MMDR Task Force calls for systemic reforms and federal accountability at Tuba City Boarding School 10/16/2024 – Resources and Development Committee holds work session on the Navajo Nation Road Fund Management Plan and regulations 10/14/2024 – Naabik’íyáti’ Committee supports legislation for $148 million for senior centers 10/14/2024 – The 25th Navajo Nation Council stands with Indigenous Nations in celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day 10/11/2024 – Naabik’iyati’ Committee addresses key health and senior care initiatives with the Navajo Department of Health 10/10/2024 – Naabik’iyati’ Committee discusses project updates for E911 and Rural Addressing Project 10/09/2024 – Resources and Development Committee requests further consultation before implementation of new Eastern Agency Grazing Permit Renewal Grazing Fees 10/07/2024 – Law and Order Committee recommends permanent appointment for probationary judges 10/03/2024 – Council Delegate Amber Kanazbah Crotty joins community rally calling for justice and accountability at Tuba City Boarding School 10/01/2024 – Navajo Nation Council questions President Nygren’s use of the line item veto authority September 2024 09/30/2024 – Council Delegate Lomardo Aseret steps down as a member of the 25th Navajo Nation Council 09/30/2024 – Navajo Nation Board of Election Supervisors provides report on resolution disqualifying candidates from the 2024 Navajo Nation General Election 09/30/2024 – Naabik’iyati’ passes legislation to amend tobacco tax to include electronic smoking and nicotine products 09/26/2024 – New Mexico Caucus meets to establish Navajo priorities in New Mexico 09/26/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council urges President Nygren to take action on a proposed Continuing Resolution 09/25/2024 – Tribal leaders present united voice in support of water rights 09/24/2024 – Speaker Curley, former uranium miners, and downwinders urge Speaker Johnson to bring RECA extension to a vote 09/23/2024 – U.S. Sens. Heinrich, Lujan introduce Rio San Jose Stream System Water Rights Settlement Act, companion bill to H.R. 8945 introduced by U.S. Rep. Leger Fernandez in the House on July 9 09/23/2024 – Budget and Finance Committee passes Nicotine Tax Legislation extending tax to cover non-tobacco nicotine products 09/23/2024 – Resources and Development Committee approves Right of Way to move Northern Navajo Agency road improvement projects forward 09/20/2024 – Missing and Murdered Dine’ Relatives Task Force Chair Amber Kanazbah Crotty receives Vanguard of Justice Award 09/17/2024 – Missing and Murdered Dine’ Relatives Task Force discusses report from BIA Missing and Murdered Unit 09/17/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council celebrates groundbreaking of long-awaited loop road improvement project 09/16/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council unanimously supports continued government operations with passage of Continuing Resolution 09/13/2024 – Six-month Continuing Resolution for FY2025 to be considered during special session 09/11/2024 – Health, Education and Human Services Committee pushes broadband and telecommunications expansion for improved public safety and economic development 09/11/2024 – Law and Order Committee advances a legislation proposing a referendum on changing the official name from Navajo Nation to Dine’ Nation 09/10/2024 – Speaker Curley advocates for the Navajo Nation at the Department of the Interior Secretary’s Tribal Advisory Committee meeting 09/03/2024 – Navajo Nation Council to seek special budget session to consider Continuing Resolution August 2024 08/31/2024 – Budget and Finance Committee concludes Fiscal Year 2025 Comprehensive Budget public hearings 08/30/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council joins President Nygren in signing legislation to strengthen opposition to uranium transportation 08/29/2024 – Navajo Nation Council passes legislation supporting internship program in Washington, D.C. 08/28/2024 – Missing and Murdered Dine’ Relatives Task Force enhance law enforcement collaboration and community support 08/27/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council passes legislation strengthening protections against radioactive material 08/27/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council approves a $737,800 funding allocation from the Navajo Nation Fair Fund 08/23/2024 – Navajo educational stakeholders address critical challenges at Dine’ Bi’ Olta School Board Association Forum 08/19/2024 – Budget and Finance Committee holds the FY25 Comprehensive Budget Public Hearing in Western Navajo Agency 08/16/2024 – Naa’bik’iyati’ Committee questions timeline to access Revenue Replacement Funds 08/15/2024 – Budget and Finance Committee continues FY2025 Comprehensive Budget Public Hearings in the Fort Defiance Navajo Agency 08/14/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council commemorates Navajo Code Talkers Day 08/13/2024 – Budget and Finance Committee commences Public Hearings on Fiscal Year 2025 Comprehensive Budget 08/12/2024 – Missing and Murdered Dine’ Relatives Task Force receives report from the Navajo Nation Victim Witness Advocacy Program 08/07/2024 – Budget and Finance Committee to host public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2025 Comprehensive Budget 08/06/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council advocates at the Tribal Interior Budget Council meeting 08/01/2024 – Law and Order Committee advocates for increased Public Safety and Justice budgets July 2024 07/30/2024 – JOINT PRESS RELEASE: Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren, Navajo Nation Council Speaker Crystalyne Curley condemn today’s unauthorized transport of uranium ore through Nation 07/24/2024 – Tribal leaders present unified voice in support of Arizona water rights 07/19/2024 – Navajo leaders welcome Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner to the Navajo Nation 07/19/2024 – Council Delegate Brenda Jesus brings the community together for the 2nd Annual Veterans Mental Health Awareness 5K Run and Walk 07/18/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council continues offering support for Missing and Murdered Dine’ Relatives 07/17/2024 – Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement provides more than water to Arizona Tribes 07/16/2024 – Council Delegates and advocates raise awareness about drunk driving on the first day of the Summer Session 07/16/2024 – Media Advisory: Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe and San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe signing ceremony for Historic Water Settlement 07/15/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council calls on President Nygren for State of the Navajo Nation Address 07/15/2024 – Summer Council Session recesses until Tuesday morning 07/15/2024 – Navajo Nation Council Speaker Crystalyne Curley’s Quarterly Report to the Navajo Nation Council’s 2024 Summer Session (Revised on 07/16/2024) 07/12/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council convenes for 2024 Summer Council Session on July 15 07/09/2024 – Law and Order Committee receives report from Division of Public Safety Director Anderson 07/08/2024 – Media Advisory: Virtual press conference regarding the introduction of House and Senate bills to approve Northeastern Indian Water Rights Settlement 07/08/2024 – Navajo Water Rights Legislation introduced in Congress 07/04/2024 – Former Human Resources Division Director delivers exit report to the Health, Education and Human Services Committee 07/01/2024 – Naa’bik’iyati’ Committee receives a report from the Department of Emergency Management regarding severe rainstorm response efforts 07/01/2024 – Naa’bik’iyati’ Committee considers confirmation of Navajo Department of Health Director 07/01/2024 – Naa’bik’iyati’ Committee approves Gamerco site for the location of new Gallup Indian Medical Center June 2024 06/26/2024 – Majority of Navajo Nation Chapters approve optional virtual attendance at Chapter meetings 06/26/2024 – Grand opening of the Ganado Senior and Veterans Center marks a new era of community support 06/25/2024 – Feral horse problem discussed in report to the Resources and Development Committee 06/20/2024 – Law and Order Committee receives FY2025 budget update from the Office of Hearings and Appeals 06/19/2024 – Speaker Curley addressses public safety and capital outlay priorities at the New Mexico State Tribal Leaders Summit 06/17/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council celebrates the grand opening of the tribe’s Goulding’s Lodge 06/17/2024 – Speaker Curley thanks Foster Grandparent Volunteers for their love and compassion 06/17/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council mourns the passing of Criminal Investigator Rodger J. Yazzie 06/17/2024 – Resources and Development Committee hears report on high-pressure slurry ablation treatment 06/13/2024 – Budget and Finance Committee supports $2.2 million appropriation for summer youth employment 06/13/2024 – Speaker Curley pushes for infrastructure and water needs in roundtable discussion with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and key congressional leaders 06/12/2024 – Advisory group convenes to strengthen Dine’ Action Plan 06/12/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council honors the service of all Women Veterans 06/07/2024 – Navajo Nation Council acts to protect Navajo Nation ARPA funds from federal ‘claw back’ 06/07/2024 – Council members address clean energy initiatives at the 2024 Navajo Nation Energy Summit 06/05/2024 – Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe and Southern San Juan Paiute leaders advocate for Arizona water rights with Congressional members 06/03/2024 – Navajo Nation voices strong support for S.3853, the Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act 06/03/2024 – Resources and Development Committee approves two appointments to the NTUA Board of Directors May 2024 05/23/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council unanimously approves Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement for all Colorado River water in Arizona 05/23/2024 – Press Conference: The 25th Navajo Nation Council approves the historic Arizona and New Mexico Water Rights Settlements 05/22/2024 – Naa’bik’iyati’ Committee unanimously approves Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement for all Colorado River water in Arizona 05/22/2024 – Naa’bik’iyati’ Committee unanimously supports the Rio San Jose’ Water Rights Settlement Agreement, moves forward to Council 05/22/2024 – Resources and Development Committee calls on US EPA to provide further public outreach on Eastern Agency Abandon Uranium Mine remediation 05/22/2024 – Council members continue advocating for justice for victims of fraudulent sober living homes 05/21/2024 – Law and Order Committee calls on Congress to strengthen support for public safety on the Navajo Nation 05/17/2024 – Speaker Curley pushes for essential amendments to Radiation Exposure Compensation Act 05/17/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council demands respect for Indigenous graduates 05/15/2024 – Resources and Development Committee advocates community development and telecommunications advancements 05/14/2024 – Navajo Nation agreement to settle all water rights claims in Arizona up for approval by Navajo Nation Council 05/14/2024 – Navajo Nation settlement for water claims in the Rio San Jose’, Rio Puerco Basins in New Mexico up for consideration by the Navajo Nation Council 05/13/2024 – Resources and Development Committee discusses agriculture initiatives and farm plot utilization 05/11/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council celebrates the 2024 Spring Commencement of Navajo Technical University 05/10/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council recognizes Navajo Nation Police Officer Day 05/09/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council marches for awareness of Missing and Murdered Dine’ Relatives 05/08/2024 – Law and Order Committee announces updated appointments to the Naa’bik’iyati’ Committee’s Title II Reform Subcommittee 05/07/2024 – Missing and Murdered Dine’ Relatives Task Force highlights urgent issues on Misssing and Murdered Indigenous People’s Day 05/06/2024 – HEHSC advances ADA compliance with key initiatives and allocated funding 05/06/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council mourns the passing of former Delegate Joe M. Lee 05/03/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council joins President Nygren in signing a resolution bringing water infrastructure to Kin Dah Lichii Chapter 05/02/2024 – Navajo Nation and federal law enforcement arrest alleged Cameron shooter 05/02/2024 – Reycita Billie honored by the U.S. Department of Justice for outstanding contributions to public safety April 2024 04/30/2024 – MMDR Task Force addresses the crisis of missing relatives 04/30/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council and President Nygren call on President Biden to halt uranium hauling on Navajo lands 04/26/2024 – Health, Education & Human Services Committee offers support for the Center for Native American Health’s grant proposal 04/26/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council’s Naa’bik’iyati’ Committee voices support to reform workplace sexual misconduct laws and policies 04/25/2024 – Council Delegate Eugenia Charles-Newton champions Navajo sovereignty at TriSec 2024 04/25/2024 – Law and Order Committee advocates for enhanced local governance and public safety initiatives 04/24/2024 – Navajo Nation mourns the passing of former Council Delegate Kellywood Harvey, Sr. 04/25/2024 – Nast’aji’ Nahata’ Hane Legislative Branch News – 2024 Spring Session 04/24/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council addresses disability initiatives with the Navajo Nation Advisory Council on Disabilities 04/19/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council confirms Michael Anderson as Director of the Division of Public Safety 04/18/2024 – Statement from Speaker Curley regarding allegations brought forth to the attention of the Navajo Nation Council 04/17/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council celebrates the strength of Dine’ women leadership 04/17/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council approves Sihasin Fund allocation for new Cameron Chapter House 04/16/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council approves extension for crop insurance 04/15/2024 – Council Delegate Lester Yazzie sworn in on the opening day of the 2024 Spring Session 04/15/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council hosts walk to bring awareness to Sexual Assault Awareness Month 04/14/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council to convene for 2024 Spring Council Session 04/12/2024 – Resources and Development Committee recognizes Aneva J. Yazzie for 13 years of exemplary service 04/05/2024 – Budget and Finance Committee calls for finalized Navajo Nation Capital Improvement Plan in preparation for FY2025 budget 04/05/2024 – HEHSC advocates for Dine’ educational sovereignty at DBOSBA Spring Conference 04/04/2024 – Law and Order Committee supports legislation to amend rules of order for Standing Committees to promote efficiency March 2024 03/29/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council recognizes National Vietnam War Veterans Day 03/28/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council celebrates completion of Navajo Route 71 in Birdsprings Community 03/28/2024 – Law and Order Committee addresses critcal issues impacting the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch and Division of Public Safety 03/28/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council votes to extend the Navajo Nation’s Fiscal Recovery Fund obligation deadline for central support and regulatory services 03/26/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council approves $985,485 in UUFB funds for the 2024 Navajo Nation elections 03/25/2024 – Navajo Nation Council to hold special session on March 26 03/25/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council advocates at Tribal Interior Budget Council meeting 03/22/2024 – Chair of Law and Order Committee advocates for equal treatment of Tribal Public Safety programs in Senate Committee hearing 03/22/2024 – Navajo Nation and Kyrgyz Republic embark on cultural exchange to forge deeper ties 03/20/2024 – Navajo Hopi Land Commission advocates for appointment of ONHIR Commissioner to support displaced families 03/19/2024 – JOINT PRESS RELEASE: Naat’aanii Development Corporation’s Board removed after failing to provide financial updates to Navajo leadership, shareholders seek new board members 03/11/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council votes to change the Navajo Nation’s 2024 primary election date to July 30th 03/11/2024 – Law and Order Committee addresses Public Safety and Judicial Concerns 03/11/2024 – Budget and Finance Committee approves amendment to Greasewood Springs Sihasin Project Plan adding a building renovation project 03/11/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council celebrates groundbreaking for Oak Springs Chapter House Kitchen Addition and Renovation Project February 2024 02/29/2024 – Law & Order Committee addresses community safety concerns at Whitehorse High School Public Hearing 02/29/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council continues advocacy for Environmental Impact Study funding for Navajo Mountain road project 02/28/2024 – JOINT PRESS RELEASE: Navajo Nation releases summary of comprehensive Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement 02/23/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council pays tribute to the life of former Sawmill Chapter Vice President Harold Morgan 02/23/2024 – Naa’bik’iyati’ Committee approves testimony advocating for equity regarding the 2024 Tribal Victims Set-Aside Formula Grant Program 02/20/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council meets with Congressman Joseph Morelle in support of the Native American Voting Rights Act 02/20/2024 – Resources & Development Committee approves historic Navajo Nation Burial and Cemetary Regulations 02/15/2024 – Speaker Curley offers support for AHCCCS reforms to address fraudulent sober living homes 02/15/2024 – Lester Yazzie sworn in as District 6 interim Council Delegate 02/09/2024 – $13.5 million crop insurance funding presented to the Navajo Nation 02/08/2024 – Resources & Development Committee honor Melvin Yazzie for his service to Navajo Nation Abandoned Mine Lands Reclamation Department 02/08/2024 – Speaker Curley speaks in favor of RECA expansion and reauthorization with U.S. Senator Hawley 02/05/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council advocate for Navajo priority issues with New Mexico Governor, legislators, and agencies 02/01/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council applauds signing of $6 million emergency relief resolution to mitigate impacts of winter weather 02/01/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council passes resolution support the proposed New Mexico Indian Education Trust Fund and calling for equity in the makeup of the funding task force January 2024 01/30/2024 – Nast’aji’ Nahata’ Hane Legislative Branch News – 2024 Winter Session 01/30/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council confirms appointment of Sean McCabe as Navajo Nation Controller 01/26/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council advocates to Utah State legislators for Navajo Mountain road funds and traditional medicine Medicaid reimbursement 01/23/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council approves nearly $6 million in emergency relief funding to mitigate impacts of winter weather 01/23/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council approves $500,000 to assist with the construction of a new higher education facility 01/23/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council overrides Presidential veto to allow Navajo public to participate in chapter meetings virtually 01/22/2024 – Speaker Curley pushes water rights, state legislative priorities, and ARPA in Winter Session report 01/22/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council to convene for Winter Council Session 01/18/2024 – Council Delegate Seth Damon announces Council resignation to serve as the New Mexico Deputy Secretary of Indian Affairs 01/15/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council pushes Navajo Nation priorities to Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and legislators 01/12/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council members speak in support of road funding, traditional healing services, and voting rights measures with Utah State lawmakers 01/11/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council addresses fraudulent sober living homes and MMIW issues with Arizona Attorney General 01/03/2024 – 25th Navajo Nation Council pays homage to the life of U.S. Army veteran Benjamin H. 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