Overview

NAIHC’s Legislative Conference, held annually in Washington, DC, offers tribal leaders, housing professionals, advocates, and attorneys a platform to hear directly from Members of Congress and federal agency representatives through plenary session updates. The decisions made by Congress and the Administration in the nation’s capital directly affect tribal programs, funding, and communities.

At the Legislative Conference, attendees have opportunities to meet with Congressional staff to discuss important legislative and policy issues affecting Indian Country as well as network with fellow housing professionals. Attending the Legislative Conference in Washington, DC is a great opportunity to represent your housing program.

When meeting with lawmakers and federal agency representatives, NAIHC encourages you to share stories of successes and challenges. Share how your programs have used federal funding to support different services like rental assistance, rehab, and other vital services. It’s important to emphasize the immense housing and infrastructure needs across tribal communities

Registration

• Fees:
• NAIHC Member – $450
• NAIHC Non-member – $550
• Methods of Payment:
• Credit cards:  Visa, MasterCard, American Express
• Checks
• Make checks payable to: National American Indian Housing Council
• Include names of ALL attendees whose registration costs are covered by the check payment.
• Mail checks to: National American Indian Housing Council 122 C Street NW, Suite 505 Washington, DC 20001
• Checks need to arrive in our Washington DC office no later than Friday, January 31st please.

Meetings

NAIHC encourages attendees to set up meetings with their Congressional delegation, key lawmakers, and federal agency representatives. Click the following link and use our online form to request meetings with your Congressional representatives. For further assistance with scheduling meetings, please email Ezra Kruger at [email protected]

Hotel

Agenda

Speakers

We are excited to present an extraordinary lineup of special guest congressional speakers. These esteemed leaders are set to share their insights and expertise. Join us in welcoming these influential voices as they guide us through an informative conference experience.

Senator Lisa Murkowski

Senator Lisa Murkowski is a senior United States Senator from Alaska, serving since 2002. Born on May 22, 1957, in Ketchikan, Alaska, she is the first Alaskan-born member of Congress and the second-most senior Republican woman in the Senate

Murkowski has been a steadfast advocate for tribal communities throughout her career. As Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, she has worked tirelessly to address the needs of Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities. She has received numerous awards for her efforts, including the National Congress of American Indians’ Congressional Leadership Award and the National Indian Health Board’s Jake White Crow Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Recently, Senator Murkowski has sponsored several key pieces of legislation to support these communities. One notable example is the Native ELDER Act, which aims to improve federal programs and services for Alaska Native, American Indian, and Native Hawaiian Elders. This legislation focuses on enhancing home care options, increasing culturally relevant services, and ensuring Elders can age in their communities with dignity.

Additionally, Murkowski played a crucial role in securing significant investments for Native communities through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This act includes substantial funding for water and sanitation, transportation, broadband, and climate resilience projects, addressing long-standing infrastructure needs in Native communities.

Representative Gwen Moore

Representative Gwen Moore has been serving as the U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 4th congressional district since 2005. Born on April 18, 1951, in Racine, Wisconsin, she is the first African American elected to Congress from Wisconsin. Rep. Moore is a member of the Democratic Party and has been a strong advocate for economic and social justice throughout her career.

Throughout her career, Rep. Moore has shown a deep commitment to supporting tribal communities. She has worked to uphold tribal sovereignty and self-governance, recognizing the unique challenges faced by Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities Most recently, Representative Moore introduced the Tribal Tax Investment and Reform Act alongside Representative David Schweikert.

This bipartisan legislation aims to ensure that tribal governments have equal access to tax programs and economic incentives, similar to state and local governments. The act focuses on empowering tribal nations to better meet the economic needs of their members and communities by expanding access to jobs, capital, and supporting more affordable housing.

Sponsorships

Contact Us

Erla Sagg, T&TA Program Director
[email protected]

Blythe McWhirter, Legislative and Program Aide
[email protected]

National American Indian Housing Council
22 C Street N.W. Suite 505 Washington, D.C. 20001

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