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NCUIH Calls for Protected Funding of Indian Health Service & Funding for Key Indian Health Programs in Written Testimony to the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs

National Council on Urban Indian Health

Request: Appropriate $80 Million for Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder Resources for Native Americans In response to these chronic health disparities, Congress authorized $80 million to be appropriated for the Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder Resources for Native Americans Program for fiscal years 2023 to 2027.

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Here’s how New York’s public health system will likely be impacted by HHS funding cuts

HEALTHBEAT

Gustavo Rivera, a Bronx Democrat and chair of the Senate Health Committee, said of the sweeping cuts. The grants were set to expire in 2026 and 2027.

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Promoting and protecting the public’s health: recommendations for a new Administration and Congress, 2025

Big Cities Health Coalition

To promote effective leadership, BCHC recommends appointing experts with local or state health experience to federal positions. A resilient, well-funded, and equitable public health infrastructure is essential to addressing health disparities and improving overall health outcomes for urban populations nationwide.

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October Policy Updates: Budget Consultations, Historic Apology, Traditional Healing Coverage, and More

National Council on Urban Indian Health

FY 2027 Area Budget Consultations : NCUIH held a prep session to help UIOs get ready for the upcoming IHS FY 2027 Area Budget Consultations. On October 16, NCUIH held a prep session with UIOs on the IHS FY 2027 Area Budget Consultations beginning in November. Area Budget Formulation – Your Engagement Matters! 2907 / H.R.

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February Policy Updates: Federal Funding Threats, IHS Budget Advocacy & Key Tribal Actions

National Council on Urban Indian Health

The 41 UIOs collectively serve patients from over 500 federally recognized Tribes, providing crucial primary care, behavioral health, traditional medicine, and social services. The bottom line: Average Tribal recommendation for Urban Indian Health for FY 2027: $998.1 Register to attend here.