Indian Affairs, Bureau

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) operate under the U.S. Department of the Interior, serving approximately 574 federally recognized tribes and around 2.5 million American Indian and Alaska Natives. Their mission encompasses a broad spectrum of services, including education, law enforcement, economic development, and promoting self-governance among tribal communities.

With an emphasis on the well-being and prosperity of tribal nations, Indian Affairs fosters government-to-government relationships, ensuring support for tribal people and governments while enhancing living environments and individual rights. They address critical needs such as affordable broadband access and educational opportunities, demonstrating a commitment to the economic and social development of tribal communities across the United States.

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