Pacific Council adopts initial 2026 salmon management alternatives, including treaty and non‑Indian packages The council adopted initial sets of non‑Indian and treaty troll salmon management alternatives for 2026 and directed staff to analyze impacts for April; tribal delegations urged conservative planning to protect upriver runs and treaty rights.

The Pacific Fishery Management Council just took a monumental step towards shaping the future of ocean salmon fisheries by approving crucial management alternatives for 2026!

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Planning commission recommends approval of countywide 'crowing fowl' zoning changes after extended public comment The commission voted unanimously to recommend a countywide zoning code amendment (chapters 3, 5 and 7) addressing the keeping of crowing fowl (roosters), creating lot‑size limits, a no‑cost registration to allow legitimate cultural, breeding, or educational exceptions, complaint‑driven enforcement, and an appeals path; the proposal prompted extensive public comment about religious freedom, enforcement of cockfighting, and neighborhood nuisance impacts.

Sacramento County is taking a bold step to address the crowing rooster conundrum, balancing community complaints with cultural traditions through new zoning code amendments.

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Seattle committee hears Indigenous planning update, outlines neighborhood and economic projects City tribal-relations and planning staff detailed Indigenous planning work including comp-plan policy recommendations, regional-center outreach (University District, Ballard, Northgate), a native food forest, and a proposed Indigenous economic development center; staff committed to ongoing tribal outreach and monthly updates to council.

Seattle is weaving Indigenous narratives into its city planning, with ambitious projects like a native food forest and an Indigenous economic development center on the horizon.

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Committee Hears Bill Letting Full FSEC Hold Confidential Consultations With Tribes Lawmakers heard House Bill 2,496, which would require the full Energy Facilities Site Evaluation Council (FSEC) to conduct government-to-government consultations with federally recognized tribes and allow tribes to review consultation summaries before the council’s report goes to the governor; supporters said confidentiality protects sacred sites while opponents raised due-process concerns for applicants.

A new bill aims to empower tribes by requiring full government consultations on energy projects, sparking a heated debate over cultural protection and due process.

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Committee hears bill to require consent-based, enforceable consultation with tribes over impacts to cultural places Vice Chair Chris Stearns sponsored House Bill 2,281 to require state agencies to reach mutually agreed consultation processes with federally recognized tribes, give tribes timely notice about actions affecting tribal traditional cultural places, and bar undue burdens on tribal cultural practices absent a compelling government interest.

A new bill aims to empower tribal voices in protecting sacred cultural places, but industry concerns about its impact on economic projects raise important questions.

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Guam legislators hold hearing backing moratorium on deep sea mining, schedule emergency session Guam lawmakers heard hours of testimony on Jan. 7 supporting Resolution 1 32-38, which urges a moratorium on deep sea mining and objects to BOEM's RFI (docket BOEM2025-0351); no vote was taken and an emergency full-legislature session was scheduled to consider the resolution before the RFI comment deadline.

Guam lawmakers are taking a stand against deep sea mining, rallying community voices and expert testimony to support a crucial moratorium that could protect their precious marine resources.

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Beauregard board adopts policy changes adding military-status nondiscrimination, cameras in special-education classrooms and protective-hair provisions Trustees voted to update several policy files to comply with recent state acts: adding 'military status' to nondiscrimination policies, aligning classroom-camera policy with state requirements for special-education self-contained classrooms, and explicitly protecting natural/protective/cultural hairstyles.

The Beauregard Parish School Board just made significant updates to their policies, including protections for military status and mandatory cameras in special-education classrooms!

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FACT: Cultural sovereignty reduces exploitation and cultural theft.
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🔹 Tomorrow at 1:30 pm EDT, please join Shannon Lewis-Simpson of the Canadian Armed Forces and Memorial University, and USCBS Executive Director, Rachel Dewan, to discuss Canadian considerations for #culturalprotection.

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Stolen Gems, Shared Governance - Stratheia The Louvre heist exposes the limits of national governance and underscores the need for global cooperation in protecting cultural heritage.

When art is stolen, humanity loses. The Louvre heist demonstrated that governance must be global to safeguard culture.
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Minister Ersoy: Over 9,000 Cultural Artifacts Returned to Turkey in the Last Eight Years | Business Turkey Today Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy announced that more than 9,000 cultural artifacts have been successfully repatriated to Turkey over the past eight years, thanks to international coopera...

Minister Ersoy: Over 9,000 Cultural Artifacts Returned to Turkey in the Last Eight Years businessturkeytoday.com/minister-ers...

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Trina Cunningham Advocates Against Destruction of Sacred Sites Post-Dixie Fire Cunningham urges immediate halt to project affecting cemetery and sacred sites in Genesee.

Community leader Trina Cunningham is demanding an urgent halt to a controversial project that threatens sacred sites and the voices of Dixie Fire survivors.

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US Condemns Violence in Syria Amid Ongoing Israeli Military Operations and Diplomatic Efforts US officials condemn violence in Syria while opposing recent Israeli military strikes.

U.S. officials are navigating the delicate balance between condemning violence in Syria and addressing the fallout from Israeli military actions—how will these diplomatic efforts shape the future of the region?

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Senate committee discusses No Fakes Act to protect voices and likenesses from AI cloning Senators Klobuchar and Blackburn showcase bipartisan efforts on No Fakes Act to safeguard artists.

The U.S. Senate is taking a stand against AI-generated deepfakes with the introduction of the No Fakes Act, a crucial step in protecting personal identities and artistic integrity in a tech-driven world.

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California bill exempts mural artists from licensing requirements Committee discusses new bill for mural artist licensure exemption ahead of June meeting.

A new bill in California could free mural artists from licensing requirements, potentially transforming the artistic landscape and protecting their unique creations.

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Colorado court enacts provisions for Indian child custody proceedings Court mandates compliance with ICWA in Colorado child custody cases involving Indian children.

A groundbreaking court ruling in Colorado ensures the rights of Indian children in custody cases are upheld by enforcing compliance with the ICWA.

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Colorado court mandates active efforts in Indian child custody proceedings Court requires active efforts to prevent removal of Indian children in custody cases.

In a landmark ruling, a Colorado court mandates proactive measures to protect Indian children from custody removals, setting a crucial precedent for family rights.

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Indian Child Welfare Act establishes federal jurisdiction in custody cases for tribal children Federal law governs involuntary custody proceedings involving Indian children in state courts.

The Oregon House Committee is taking a bold step in safeguarding the rights of Indian children by reevaluating the crucial Indian Child Welfare Act.

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Oregon lawmakers approve SB 163 to streamline adoption proceedings for Indian children SB 163 facilitates private mediation and safeguards for Indian children's adoption processes.

Oregon's Senate Bill 163 aims to revolutionize adoption processes for Indian children, balancing efficiency with the preservation of cultural ties, but it has sparked fierce debate over parental rights.

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Maryland artist Jasmine Battle was sentenced to 24 months probation and fined $2,500 for violating the Indian Arts and Crafts Act, misrepresenting herself as a Cherokee artist. The case highlights efforts to protect Native artists from counterfeit claims. #CulturalProtection

Tolowa Dene Nation submits petition for Pyramid Point Marine Protected Area enhancement Tolowa Dene Nation seeks protection for surf smelt through regulatory changes in MPAs.

The Tolowa Dene Nation is advocating for the protection of their traditional food source, surf smelt, by petitioning for enhancements to the Pyramid Point Marine Protected Area.

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Oregon legislators propose reforms for adoption cases involving Indian children Lawmakers introduce HB 3658 to improve procedures for Indian child adoption notifications.

Oregon's House Bill 3658 could revolutionize adoption processes for Indian children, ensuring cultural respect while balancing parental rights.

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Senate Bill 147 enhances protections for Native American children in Montana's foster care system Senate Bill 147 revises the Montana Indian Child Welfare Act to improve child protections and cultural ties.

Senate Bill 147 is stirring strong debates in Montana as it seeks to enhance protections for Native American children in foster care, spotlighting the urgent need to preserve their cultural ties.

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Minnesota legislature prioritizes protection of wild rice and its waters Minnesota's policy protects wild rice as a vital cultural and ecological resource.

Minnesota's Senate Bill 1247 is set to safeguard wild rice, a vital cultural treasure and ecological resource, but what challenges and opportunities lie ahead for the state?

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New charter school governance rules aim to ensure accountability and limit conflicts of interest Charter schools must have independent governing bodies and avoid member dual roles.

New Mexico's Senate Bill 163 could revolutionize charter schools by protecting student rights and enhancing governance—will it be the change we need?

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Court establishes child custody and care rights in new permanency plan Court defines rights and responsibilities for child custody and care in permanency plan

A groundbreaking Senate Bill in New Mexico is redefining child custody laws, emphasizing the preservation of cultural ties and the welfare of children, particularly those from Indian tribes.

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