Tribes

The tribes already had concerns about the process, but news that the Army Corps will likely fast-track the federal permit for the pipeline tunnel was “the final straw,” said Whitney Gravelle, president of the Bay Mills Indian Community.

The U.S. EPA announced four tribes in Michigan would receive grants to install renewable energy infrastructure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bi-partisan bill on July 11 that expands eligibility requirements for guardians of children within the Tribal community to receive financial assistance.

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Indian Child Welfare Act on Thursday declaring it is constitutional.

The Supreme Court is reviewing the Indian Child Welfare Act and will come to a decision within the next month.