Press Releases Archive
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Year 2021
MAY 2021
05/06/2021 -Delegate Kee Allen Begay Jr. advocates for road and broadband projects with Arizona leaders
05/03/2021 -May 2021 Navajo Nation Council sessions and Naa'bik'iyati' Committeee work sessions
05/03/2021 -Navajo Nation Council spotlights Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls national awareness day events
APRIL 2021
04/30/2021 -Controller’s statements following financial management work session misdirect
04/30/2021 -Judicial Branch fund approved by Navajo Nation Council with federal lawsuit award
04/30/2021 -Navajo Nation Council approves 2022-2026 Permanent Fund 5-year income plan to directly address projected shortfalls
04/19/2021 -Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Spring Session on 04/19/2021 - 04/23/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
04/16/2021 -Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Spring Session on 04/19/2021 - 04/23/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
04/15/2021 -JOINT PRESS RELEASE: Arizona-Tribal gaming compact amendments finalized extending compact duration up to 2048 and expanding scope of gaming
04/15/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 04/15/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
04/15/2021 -Navajo Nation Council in mourning after passing of Honorable Nelson S. BeGaye
04/14/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 04/15/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
04/13/2021 -Tsídii To’í celebrates Síhásin Fund heavy equipment motor grader delivery under Nation-wide investment in local needs
04/11/2021 -Navajo Nation Council approves 2021 Arizona gaming compact amendments and agreements
04/10/2021 -Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 04/10/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
04/09/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 04/09/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
04/08/2021 -Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 04/10/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
04/08/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 04/09/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
04/06/2021 -Navajo leaders recognize signing of New Mexico law ending Impact Aid credits in public education funding rules
04/02/2021 -April 2021 Navajo Nation Council sessions and Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work sessions
04/01/2021 -Navajo Criminal Investigations supplemental appropriation gains approval from Law and Order Committee
04/01/2021 -Hay, grain, livestock feed assistance approved by Resources and Development Committee for $4 million
MARCH 2021
03/31/2021 -Tohajiilee gas station and convenience store economic development project progress report shared with delegates
03/31/2021 -Delegates receive Indian Wells economic development project updates from Division of Economic Development
03/31/2021 -Navajo Technical University reports dormitory construction project awaits Navajo Housing Authority review of flood plain study
03/31/2021 -Representative O'Halleran, Navajo EPA and Delegate Kee Allen Begay, Jr. discuss uraniun and Claim 28 issues
03/29/2021 -JOINT PRESS RELEASE: Three Branch Chiefs hold initial discussion on the American Rescue Plan Act
03/29/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work session on 03/30/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/28/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work session on 03/29/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/26/2021 -Statement from Speaker Damon on Supplemental Appropriations and American Rescue Plan
03/26/2021 -Navajo Nation Council holds moment of silence for US Army veteran and local leader Allen Todacheenie
03/26/2021 -Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 03/26/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/25/2021 -Navajo Nation approves request to New Mexico for State Highway 371 road repavement and improvement
03/25/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meeting on 03/25/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/25/2021 -Resources and Development Committee confirms Bidtah N. Becker to the Navajo Nation Water Rights Commission
03/25/2021 -Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 03/26/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/25/2021 -Veterans Administration continuing budget considered by HEHSC as delegates press for a comprehensive budget proposal
03/24/2021 -Law and Order Committee receives missing and murdered cases report from Division of Public Safety
03/24/2021 -Navajo Nation Council recognizes Mr. Paul Dokey of the Tsi' Yi' T'ohi' Singers at 92
03/24/2021 -Division of General Services gives Admin Building 1 and current Navajo Nation government facilities planning efforts updates
03/24/2021 -Law and Order Committee grants final approval for Window Rock Judicial District temporary facility project funding
03/24/2021 -Veterans housing policies updates under consideration by the Health, Education and Human Services Committee
03/24/2021 -MMDR/NNMPU to unveil Missing Persons Community Action Toolkit to assist Navajo communities in recovering missing relatives
03/24/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meeting on 03/25/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/18/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 03/18/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/17/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 03/18/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/15/2021 -Navajo Nation Council applauds the confirmation of Debra Haaland to Interior Secretary
03/11/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meeting on 03/11/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/10/2021 -Navajo Nation Council recognizes American Rescue Plan passage
03/09/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meeting on 03/11/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/08/2021 -Delegates commend completion of N27 road construction between Nazlini and Chinle
03/03/2021 -Public Service Announcement: Navajo Elections Administration announces special elections for chapters on 03/16/2021
03/03/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee work session on 03/04/2021 at 9:00am (Via Telecommunications)
03/02/2021 -Navajo Nation Council mourns the passing of Honorable Lorene B. Ferguson, retired Supreme Court Associate Justice
FEBRUARY 2021
02/26/2021 -Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 02/26/2021 at 1:00pm (Via Telecommunications)
02/25/2021 -Health, Education and Human Services Committee hears recommendations of former Miss Navajo Nation titleholders for plan of operation update
02/25/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati'Committee regular meeting on 02/25/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
02/25/2021 -Delegates testify in support of HB 251 requiring NM Human Services follow sovereign Tribal will in IMCE contracts
02/25/2021 -Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 02/26/2021 at 1:00pm (Via Telecommunications)
02/24/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati'Committee regular meeting on 02/25/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
02/22/2021 -Navajo leaders recognize appointment of Cordalis, Newland and others to Interior Department leadership team
02/18/2021 -Navajo Nation Council confirms Valinda Cook Shirley as new Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency executive director
02/17/2021 -Navajo Nation Council approves $4 million for 2021 summer youth employment programs
02/16/2021 -Reopening of Grand Canyon National Park, tribal parks, and local business reports heard by Resources and Development Committee
02/16/2021 -Public Safety shares $1.5 million of E-911 grant expended, pilot projects proceed in Budget and Finance Committee report
02/16/2021 -Navajo Nation receives Pasture, Rangeland, Forage insurance program payment from CKP Insurance
02/14/2021 -JOINT PRESS RELEASE - Navajo Nation will strengthen federal advocacy with investment in land and property near Capitol Hill
02/12/2021 -Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 02/12/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
02/11/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meeting on 02/11/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
02/10/2021 -Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 02/12/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
02/10/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meeting on 02/11/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
02/10/2021 -Navajo Nation Council congratulates newly-appointed Arizona Legislative District 7 Representative Jasmine Blackwater-Nygren
02/04/2021 -Navajo Nation Council recognizes retirees, new officials, organizations and others during 2021 Winter Session
02/03/2021 -Navajo Nation Council approves acquisition of 11 D Street, S.E. in Washington
02/02/2021 -Navajo Nation Council mourns former Navajo Nation President Albert Hale
JANUARY 2021
01/31/2021 -Navajo leaders encourage equitable distribution of CARES Fund chapter distribution supplies
01/31/2021 -Navajo Nation Council mourns Harry Williams, Sr.
01/29/2021 -Navajo delegates express appreciation and support for HB2215 and HB2218 action in Arizona Legislature
01/27/2021 -Navajo Nation observes National Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness Month
01/26/2021 -Speaker Seth Damon's Quarterly Report to the 24th Navajo Nation Council Winter Session
01/26/2021 -Seth Damon elected to second term as Speaker of the 24th Navajo Nation Council
01/25/2021 -Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council Winter Session on 01/25/2021 - 01/29/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
01/22/2021 -Navajo Nation Council winter session to commence January 25
01/22/2021 -Navajo Election Administration Public Service Announcement: 2ND Inauguration for Elected Officials
01/22/2021 -2020 Chapter Election 2ND Virtual Inauguration
01/22/2021 -Oath of Office for All Elected Positions: For 01/27/2021 Inauguration
01/2/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 01/22/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
01/22/2021 -Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council Winter Session on 01/25/2021 - 01/29/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
01/21/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 01/22/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
01/20/2021 -Navajo Nation Council congratulates President Biden and Vice President Harris on inauguration
01/19/2021 -Navajo Nation Council funds scholarships, encourages students to study hard as schools begin
01/19/2021 -Resources and Development Committee hears report on Navajo Nation burial policies and challenges
01/19/2021 -Navajo Nation Council approves Covid-19 chapter heavy equipment purchases and funding for emergency water projects
01/19/2021 -Navajo Board of Election Supervisors PSA: Vacant chapter positions open for candidate filing
01/15/2021 -Approved agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 01/15/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
01/14/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meeting on 01/14/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
01/13/2021 -Proposed agenda for Navajo Nation Council special session on 01/15/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
01/13/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee regular meeting on 01/14/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
01/12/2021 -Health, Education, and Human Services Committee to hold virtual public hearing for Miss Navajo Nation plan of operation update
01/12/2021 -Office of the Speaker addresses bonus pay claim in December 2020 Navajo Times article
01/12/2021 -Continuation of uranium and Radiation Exposure Compensation Act advocacy sought by Navajo Nation Council after line item vetoes
01/12/2021 -Controller shares Hardship Assistance payments set to begin January 18 in Budget and Finance Committee report
01/11/2021 -Military care packages making their way to deployed Navajo US Armed Forces members
01/11/2021 -Navajo Nation Indian Managed Care Entity discussions await OPVP and NM Governor involvement
01/07/2021 -Approved agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 01/07/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
01/06/2021 -Proposed agenda for Naa'bik'iyati' Committee special meeting on 01/07/2021 at 10:00am (Via Telecommunications)
