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Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Also Sue Oklahoma over Hunting and Fishing Rights
Tenth Circuit Rejects Effort to Challenge Constitutionality of ICWA in Child Custody Case
This was never an ICWA case. Here are the materials in Amboh v. Haney:
D.C. Federal Court Rejects Federal/MHA Nation Motions for Judgment in Missouri Riverbed Ownership Dispute with North Dakota
Here are the materials in Mandan Hidatsa Arikara Nation v. Dept. of the Interior (D.D.C.):
Prior post here.
The Chippewa Cree Indians of the Rocky Boy’s Reservation settle redistricting lawsuit
On December 15, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana approved a settlement reached in Chippewa Cree Indians of the Rocky Boy’s Reservation v. Chouteau County, Montana that will provide Tribal citizens the opportunity to elect a representative of their choice to the Chouteau County Board of County Commissioners.
Under the terms of the settlement, the Tribal Nation’s reservation will be part of Chouteau County’s District 1, which will elect a representative to the Board of County Commissioner through a single-member district election.
“We’re pleased that the county did the right thing in giving the Chippewa Cree Tribe a chance to elect a representative to the Board of Commissioners,” said Chippewa Cree Tribe Chairman Harlan Gopher Baker. “It has been more than a decade since we have had a Native voice in county politics. We look forward to being a part of this conversation.”
“This case was about our community finally having a representative and a voice like other voters in the county,” said plaintiff and voter Tanya Schmockel, a citizen of the Chippewa Cree Tribe. “I am excited about finally having the chance to have our voices heard and our concerns addressed.”
Most of Chouteau County’s Native population lives on or near the Rocky Boy’s Reservation, and many critical local issues — such as infrastructure, road maintenance, and emergency services — require coordination between the county and Tribal governments.
“In order for our county to include all of us, we needed a fair election system. With the new district, we have a chance for our voters to elect a commissioner who understands Native issues,” said plaintiff and voter Ken Morsette, a citizen of the Chippewa Cree Tribe. “This is a huge step forward for our Tribe.”
Native American Rights Fund (NARF), American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Voting Rights Project (ACLU), and ACLU of Montana (ACLU-MT), represent the plaintiffs in this case.
Read more about the Tribe’s successful fight for fair voting in Chouteau County.
Oklahoma AG Opinion on State Authority over Tribal Hunting and Fishing
Minnesota Federal Court Declines to Suppress Uncounseled Statements Made to Federal & Tribal Police in Red Lake Assault Case
Here are relevant materials in United States v. Bullhead (D. Minn.):
UNDRIP Tribal Implementation Project Talk on Oak Flat on Dec. 16, 2025
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The Implementation Project will be hosting the next TIP Quarterly Meeting on December 16, 2025 from 12:00-1:30 PM (Mountain Time).
“UN Declaration in Action: International and Domestic Strategies to Protect the Apache Sacred Site of Oak Flat” will feature Mr. Alex Ritchie, San Carlos Apache Tribe Attorney General. Join us to explore the ongoing efforts to defend Oak Flat and the role the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoplesplays in shaping these strategies. This webinar will offer valuable insights for anyone interested in Indigenous rights, cultural preservation, or Tribal advocacy. Moderated by TIP Co-Directors: Prof. Kristen Carpenter and Ms. Sue Noe.
Wisconsin Federal Court Rejects Hobart’s Challenge to Oneida Trust Land Acquisition
Here are the materials in Village of Hobart v. Dept. of the Interior (E.D. Wis.):
Wisconsin Federal Court Dismisses Non-Indian Property Owners’ Suit Asserting Menominee Tribe is to Blame for Their Tax Bill
Here are the materials in Legend Lake Property Owners Assn. v. Menominee County (E.D. Wis.):
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