Navajo Nation.
federally recognized Indian tribe of the United States
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 101
What's happening
Active this week
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Jamescita Peshlakai, a Navajo Nation member, confirmed her mother is Mae Peshlakai.Some support1 report
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Crystalyne Curley was elected president of the Navajo Nation, leading to a planned challenge by Justin Jones.Some support2 reports
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Flooding has affected parts of the Navajo Nation, with more water expected to move down from Colorado.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Flooding impacts from the Rio Puerco and Jemez River watersheds led to a disaster declaration in Sandoval County within the Navajo Nation.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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A person with ties to the Navajo Nation studied at the Institute of American Indian Arts and is a professor at Santa Fe Community College.Some support1 report
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The Navajo Nation is located within the state of Utah, and the San Juan River flows through nearby communities.Some support1 report
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A San Juan River surge caused property damage and breached wastewater lagoons in the Navajo Nation.Some support2 reports
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DDC, a tribally owned organization, provides environmental management services.Some support4 reports
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Warnings have been issued regarding excessive rainfall and flash floods, following patterns seen in past incidents, affecting the Grand Canyon area.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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The Fort Lewis College Village Aid Project is collaborating with the Navajo Nation on community initiatives.Some support1 report
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Low water levels at Lake Powell are affecting public access, requiring tribal permission on Navajo Nation land.Some support3 reports
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Buu Nygren promoted government services across the Navajo Nation on September 15, 2026.Some support5 reports
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NPCA criticized ACHP's proposed rule changes regarding Section 106 in Arizona, involving the Tohono O'odham and Navajo Nations.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Uranium contamination has been reported affecting tribal lands in Utah.Some support1 report
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Clara Pratte chaired a DNC Native Caucus with Joe Biden, while Ralph Heap succeeded his son Justin Heap in Arizona politics.Some support1 report
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The Navajo Nation Council supports a modernization vision for the Nation by implementing new enterprise systems to streamline government operations.Some support1 report
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Tribal concerns regarding water usage were reported by the Navajo Nation in Arizona.Some support6 reports3 developments inside
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Jason Chavez was appointed to direct Tribal Affairs for the Governor's Office in Arizona.Some support1 report
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The Navajo Nation Council serves as the legislative body for the Navajo Nation.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Buu Nygren signed an order directing a hardship program for the Navajo Nation, while the Council received expenditure updates.Some support1 report
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The Bears Ears National Monument is facing legal challenges and executive order pushback regarding its size and management.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Drought conditions disrupt natural food supplies affecting the Navajo Nation community located in New Mexico.Some support1 report
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Heavy rainfall and severe storms caused fatalities and damage across Arizona and the Navajo Nation.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Legislation authorizes funding for water infrastructure, involving the Navajo Nation and Taos Pueblo.Some support1 report
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State regulators are concerned about the resumption of uranium mining operations in New Mexico, impacting cultural sites of the Navajo Nation and Laguna peoples.Some support4 reports
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A data center project in Page, Arizona, is straining regional water resources and impacting tribal lands.Some support1 report
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The Painted Desert Power project, one of the largest solar installations in the US, is seeking tribal approval from the Navajo Nation.Some support2 reports
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Tribal land belonging to the Navajo Nation is located within US borders.Well supported4 reports
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Issues requiring representation in the city are being discussed, involving the Navajo Nation, Phoenix, and refuting claims made by Donald Trump regarding foreign interference in state elections.Some support4 reports
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Nephi Craig discusses the challenges facing Indigenous leadership and the role of culinary arts within the Navajo Nation.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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FBI tracks and investigates cases regarding missing Native Americans on the Navajo Nation.Some support2 reports
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The Coca-Cola Foundation is supporting the company's water replenishment goals and various water access projects, including those run by charity: water.Some support1 report
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The Navajo language was utilized for military codes, leading to lessons learned regarding successful code breaking.Some support1 report
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Leadership drives a cooperative MOU between state and tribal entities to address economic resilience and energy transition challenges.Some support1 report
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KUNM reported on the methane problem occurring on tribal lands of the Navajo Nation.Some support1 report
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Trump reduced national monuments impacting tribal lands, with Spencer Cox and Mike Schultz offering support for the proclamations.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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Political unrest led to clashes in Window Rock, near Tuba City, within the Navajo Nation.Some support1 report
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The incumbent president of the Navajo Nation, Jonathan Nez, is facing a motion to remove him, introduced by Crystalyne Curley.Some support2 reports
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Energy Fuels transported uranium ore across the Navajo Nation, leading to an accident investigation by NTSB and ADOT.Some support2 reports
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Declining international tourism, particularly from Canada, is impacting tour operations in San Juan County.Some support1 report
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Bard College hosts the Hessel Museum of Art, while Intel sought a Pentium chip image, and Marilou Schultz is from the Navajo Nation.Some support1 report
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Utah is challenging the boundaries of several national monuments, including Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante, which are important to cultural heritage.Well supported138 reports1 development inside
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Tribal communities in New Mexico and Colorado participate in multi-state projects involving high schoolers.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Legislation is being supported in the House regarding mine cleanup issues affecting the Navajo Nation, including proposals for a dedicated office within the EPA.Some support1 report
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The Bears Ears initiative includes representatives from the Navajo Nation, Pueblo of Zuni, and Canyonlands Natural History Association.Some support1 report
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Federal oversight bodies are monitoring the use of $24 million in ARPA funds by the Navajo Nation.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Navajo Nation
Events traced to Navajo Nation, step by step, newest firstAround Navajo Nation this week
News at the entities that move Navajo Nation most-
Crystalyne Curley StructuralJustin Jones is running for the presidency of the Navajo Nation, and Crystalyne Curley announced Chris Deschene as her running mate.Moves Navajo Nation
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Donald Trump StructuralIn 2019, Donald Trump withheld aid to pressure a Congressional investigation into Hunter.Moves Navajo Nation
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Jonathan Nez StructuralChris Lopez is running for Maricopa City Council, while Lisa Garcia is an incumbent in the Maricopa school district. Eli Crane trails Jonathan Nez in Congressional District 2.Moves Navajo Nation
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Energy Fuels StructuralJeffrey Olsen was appointed to the Energy Fuels Board of Directors.Moves Navajo Nation
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Chambers OperationalChambers narrowly defeated Miller in an election and will serve in Harrisburg.Moves Navajo Nation
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Arizona StructuralThe DOJ has filed a lawsuit against multiple states, including Arizona, Oregon, Washington, and New Mexico, concerning tuition laws.Moves Navajo Nation
Connections
The 40 strongest of 101, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Jonathan Nez Structural
Jonathan Nez served as the president of the Navajo Nation.
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Navajo Nation Council Structural
The Navajo Nation Council functions as the legislative body responsible for the governance and policy direction of the Navajo Nation.
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Crystalyne Curley Structural
Crystalyne Curley holds the formal, elected position of President within the Navajo Nation government.
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Justin Jones Operational
Justin Jones is actively running for and participating in the political leadership of the Navajo Nation.
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Donald Trump Structural
Donald Trump's executive actions and presidential proclamations directly impact, regulate, and reduce the lands and cultural sites of the Navajo Nation.
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Buu Nygren Structural
Buu Nygren holds the formal position of President, exercising executive authority over the Navajo Nation government.
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San Juan River Operational
The San Juan River's rising water levels and flow directly cause flooding and impact communities within the Navajo Nation.
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Angie Williams Structural
Angie Williams represents the Western Navajo Agency on an education board within the Navajo Nation.
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Energy Fuels Structural
Energy Fuels transports uranium ore across the territory and jurisdiction of the Navajo Nation.
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Davina Smith Structural
Davina Smith serves as a representative of the Navajo Nation.
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance Structural
A is being implemented as the enterprise system to modernize the operational functions of the Navajo Nation government.
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OSMRE regulates coal extraction permits, and these decisions directly impact the economic stability of the Navajo Nation.
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Marilou Schultz Structural
Marilou Schultz was born and raised within the boundaries of the Navajo Nation.
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Arizona Structural
The Navajo Nation is geographically located within Arizona and interacts with the state through formal regulation and coordinated planning.
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Lake Powell Structural
The Navajo Nation exercises tribal jurisdiction over the land surrounding Lake Powell.
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Andrea Thomas Structural
Andrea Thomas serves as a representative for an education agency within the Navajo Nation's governance structure.
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National Crime Information Center Operational
The National Crime Information Center's associated agencies conduct law enforcement operations, including tracking and investigation, within the Navajo Nation.
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DDC Structural
DDC is a tribally owned organization of the Navajo Nation.
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EPA Structural
The EPA is conducting studies regarding the operational context of Navajo Nation mines.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation Operational
The FBI and Navajo Nation cooperate on law enforcement efforts to locate missing Native Americans.
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Eli Crane Operational
Eli Crane supports Navajo Nation's legislative efforts regarding tribal mine cleanup.
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Gallup-McKinley County Schools Structural
The Navajo Nation influences the Gallup-McKinley County Schools to adopt new systems.
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Arizona Department of Transportation Structural
The Navajo Nation requires the Arizona Department of Transportation to implement stricter regulations.
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San Juan County Structural
The relationship is defined by jurisdictional issues that impede mutual recovery and operational coordination.
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Crownpoint Operational
The Navajo Nation is actively opposing the project associated with Crownpoint.
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National Park Service Operational
Tribal permission from the Navajo Nation is required for land access activities related to the National Park Service.
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Fort Lewis College Operational
Fort Lewis College's Village Aid Project collaborates with the Navajo Nation.
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HOPI Operational
Both entities jointly managed the Bears Ears National Monument.
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Chambers Operational
Chambers is actively campaigning for the office of president within the Navajo Nation.
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Greg Stanton Operational
The relationship involves the functional support of Navajo Nation issues through advocacy for tribal mine cleanup legislation.
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Angel Charley Structural
A is functionally involved in the operational processes of the Navajo Nation, specifically concerning tribal consultation requirements.
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Mark Kelly Operational
Mark Kelly supports legislation aimed at tribal mine cleanup for the Navajo Nation.
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Herman Daniels Jr. Structural
Herman Daniels Jr. held a council seat within the Navajo Nation governance structure.
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New Mexico State Police Operational
The entities coordinate rescue and emergency efforts during natural disasters.
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Grand Canyon Shared context
The Grand Canyon area and Navajo Nation share a geographical context, including transit routes and common environmental patterns like flooding.
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Bill Clinton Shared context
The Grand Staircase-Escalante monument was established during Bill Clinton's tenure, creating a significant geographic context relevant to the Navajo Nation.
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Barack Obama Operational
Navajo Nation and Barack Obama collaborated on establishing protected lands.
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Utah State University Operational
Utah State University installs weather stations within Navajo Nation communities.
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Katie Hobbs Operational
Katie Hobbs and the Navajo Nation maintain an operational partnership through cooperative MOUs and agreements on energy transition and environmental monitoring.
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Nashville Transactional
A service provider based in Nashville extends its reach to include the Navajo Nation reservation.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- Jamescita Peshlakai, a Navajo Nation member, confirmed her mother is Mae Peshlakai.
- Crystalyne Curley was elected president of the Navajo Nation, leading to a planned challenge by Justin Jones.
- Flooding impacts from the Rio Puerco and Jemez River watersheds led to a disaster declaration in Sandoval County within the Navajo Nation.
- A person with ties to the Navajo Nation studied at the Institute of American Indian Arts and is a professor at Santa Fe Community College.
October 2026
11 events- Flooding has affected parts of the Navajo Nation, with more water expected to move down from Colorado.
- The Navajo Nation is located within the state of Utah, and the San Juan River flows through nearby communities.
- A San Juan River surge caused property damage and breached wastewater lagoons in the Navajo Nation.
- DDC, a tribally owned organization, provides environmental management services.
- The Fort Lewis College Village Aid Project is collaborating with the Navajo Nation on community initiatives.
- Low water levels at Lake Powell are affecting public access, requiring tribal permission on Navajo Nation land.
- Buu Nygren promoted government services across the Navajo Nation on September 15, 2026.
- NPCA criticized ACHP's proposed rule changes regarding Section 106 in Arizona, involving the Tohono O'odham and Navajo Nations.
- Uranium contamination has been reported affecting tribal lands in Utah.
- Clara Pratte chaired a DNC Native Caucus with Joe Biden, while Ralph Heap succeeded his son Justin Heap in Arizona politics.
- The Navajo Nation Council supports a modernization vision for the Nation by implementing new enterprise systems to streamline government operations.
September 2026
12 events- Warnings have been issued regarding excessive rainfall and flash floods, following patterns seen in past incidents, affecting the Grand Canyon area.
- Tribal concerns regarding water usage were reported by the Navajo Nation in Arizona.
- Jason Chavez was appointed to direct Tribal Affairs for the Governor's Office in Arizona.
- Buu Nygren signed an order directing a hardship program for the Navajo Nation, while the Council received expenditure updates.
- The Bears Ears National Monument is facing legal challenges and executive order pushback regarding its size and management.
- Drought conditions disrupt natural food supplies affecting the Navajo Nation community located in New Mexico.
- Heavy rainfall and severe storms caused fatalities and damage across Arizona and the Navajo Nation.
- Legislation authorizes funding for water infrastructure, involving the Navajo Nation and Taos Pueblo.
- State regulators are concerned about the resumption of uranium mining operations in New Mexico, impacting cultural sites of the Navajo Nation and Laguna peoples.
- A data center project in Page, Arizona, is straining regional water resources and impacting tribal lands.
- The Painted Desert Power project, one of the largest solar installations in the US, is seeking tribal approval from the Navajo Nation.
- Tribal land belonging to the Navajo Nation is located within US borders.
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August 2026
5 events- FBI tracks and investigates cases regarding missing Native Americans on the Navajo Nation.
- The Coca-Cola Foundation is supporting the company's water replenishment goals and various water access projects, including those run by charity: water.
- The Navajo language was utilized for military codes, leading to lessons learned regarding successful code breaking.
- Leadership drives a cooperative MOU between state and tribal entities to address economic resilience and energy transition challenges.
- KUNM reported on the methane problem occurring on tribal lands of the Navajo Nation.
July 2026
9 events- Issues requiring representation in the city are being discussed, involving the Navajo Nation, Phoenix, and refuting claims made by Donald Trump regarding foreign interference in state elections.
- Nephi Craig discusses the challenges facing Indigenous leadership and the role of culinary arts within the Navajo Nation.
- Trump reduced national monuments impacting tribal lands, with Spencer Cox and Mike Schultz offering support for the proclamations.
- Political unrest led to clashes in Window Rock, near Tuba City, within the Navajo Nation.
- The incumbent president of the Navajo Nation, Jonathan Nez, is facing a motion to remove him, introduced by Crystalyne Curley.
- Energy Fuels transported uranium ore across the Navajo Nation, leading to an accident investigation by NTSB and ADOT.
- Declining international tourism, particularly from Canada, is impacting tour operations in San Juan County.
- Bard College hosts the Hessel Museum of Art, while Intel sought a Pentium chip image, and Marilou Schultz is from the Navajo Nation.
- Tribal communities in New Mexico and Colorado participate in multi-state projects involving high schoolers.
June 2026
5 events- The Navajo Nation Council serves as the legislative body for the Navajo Nation.
- Utah is challenging the boundaries of several national monuments, including Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante, which are important to cultural heritage.
- Legislation is being supported in the House regarding mine cleanup issues affecting the Navajo Nation, including proposals for a dedicated office within the EPA.
- The Bears Ears initiative includes representatives from the Navajo Nation, Pueblo of Zuni, and Canyonlands Natural History Association.
- Federal oversight bodies are monitoring the use of $24 million in ARPA funds by the Navajo Nation.