Join the Native CDFI Network (NCN) for an in-depth discussion on President Trump’s latest Executive Order, “Continuing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy.” This order aims to eliminate or reduce the operational scope of seven federal agencies and offices, including the CDFI Fund.
Key Topics:
- Implications of this Executive Order on Native CDFIs, Tribal programs, and federal funding.
- The mandate requiring affected agencies, including the CDFI Fund, to report compliance and justify their statutory functions.
- Advocacy efforts & strategies Native CDFIs and Tribal leaders can use to mobilize to protect funding and strengthen policy engagement at the federal level.
- Updates on litigation pushing back on Executive Orders affecting Tribes and Native programs.
📅 Date: March 17, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM EST/2PM CST/1PM MT/12 PM PT
🎙 Speakers: Pilar Thomas, Quarles & Brady LLP, Expert in federal Indian law and policy; Ian Record, Ian Record Consulting, NCN Advocacy Strategy; and Pete Upton, Native CDFI Network CEO
This event is a must-attend for Tribal leaders, Native CDFIs, and advocates working to protect critical funding and economic development programs in Indian Country. Stay informed and engaged in the fight against policies that threaten Native communities.
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