ANHB Supports Senate Hearing on Indian Self-Determination and Self-Governance

The Alaska Native Health Board provided technical assistance for the September 17 Senate Committee on Indian Affairs (SCIA) oversight hearing titled: “Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act Successes and Opportunities at the Department of the Interior and the Indian Health Service.”

ANHB President/CEO Alberta Unok supported Tanana Tribal Council Executive Director Victor Joseph who testified on behalf of the Alaska area.  Mr. Joseph explained, “As the committee rightfully focuses on the successes and potential opportunities associated with ISDEAA, the Alaska Tribal Health System serves as a powerful example of what is possible under self-governance, and we fully support the expansion of Tribal Self-Governance.”

This hearing allowed the Committee to better understand the factors that contribute to the success of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) at the Department of the Interior and the Indian Health Service and ways Congress can further improve service delivery through ISDEAA.

Thank you to Executive Director Victor Joseph, Tanana Tribal Council and President/CEO Alberta Unok, Alaska Native Health Board for your work to highlight the successes of the Alaska Tribal Health Compact and the Alaska Tribal Health System.