State-Tribal Policy

Reports

June 2021

2021 State-Tribal Legislative Impacts

This report summarizes some of the bills relevant to tribal communities that the 2021 Legislature considered.

February 2021

Medicaid Expansion in Indian Country: Improving the Health of Individuals and Communities

As a result of the expansion, 15,286 eligible American Indians are currently accessing a comprehensive range of health care services at locations across the state. Not only does this have the...

February 2021

Tourism Could Be an Economic Driver in Indian Country, With Focus and Investment

January 2021

Economic Development in Indian Country: A State Investment with Continued Returns

December 2020

An Outstanding Return on Investment: Tribal Colleges and Their Contributions to Montana

December 2020

Tribal Language Preservation Strengthens Communities But Needs Consistent Funding

November 2020

Policy Basics: Taxation Authority in Indian Country

September 2020

2020 State Budget Handbook for Indian Country

August 2020

Policy Basics: Jurisdiction in Indian Country

June 2020

The Coronavirus Pandemic Demands State Investment in Indian Country

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Blog Posts

July 2014

State Tribal Colleges: An Important Investment

Investing state funds in tribal colleges is a smart use of state dollars. Tribal colleges benefit our state by providing a quality, affordable higher education to students regardless of race. The...

Medicaid Expansion Would Benefit Indian Country

Medicaid expansion would significantly benefit Indian Country, especially in Montana. Did you know that Montana ranks the highest of any state for number of uninsured American Indians? With...

March 2014

Farm Bill Includes Provisions for Indian Country