POLICY & GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
The Policy and Government Relations initiative executes strategies to address the needs of Tribal producers through national and local education and advocacy. The Intertribal Agriculture Council advances many of its policy priorities through joint stewardship of the Native Farm Bill Coalition, which advocates for and alongside Tribal communities.
ABOUT
The Policy and Government Relations team undertakes a wide range of efforts, including analyzing how USDA and BIA regulations affect Tribal producers, offering education and advocacy training to Tribes and Tribal producers, and working directly with federal agencies and members of Congress. These efforts ensure that the full scope of Tribal agriculture—such as economic development, equity for Tribes, and improved access to federal programs—is reflected in policy decisions. As a co-steward of the Native Farm Bill Coalition (NFBC), IAC advocates for, and alongside, Tribal communities for the betterment of Indian Country through the Farm Bill.
TAKE ACTION
To build strong rural economies, infrastructure, and food systems, policy must be grounded in Tribal sovereignty. Use the template letters below to contact legislators, and let them know the concerns and solutions that benefit you and your community.
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Download the template to call on leaders to support Tribal-led agriculture and rural development.
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Find your legislators. Identify local and national officials shaping agriculture, economic, and infrastructure policy to direct your message to them.
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Add your story or your community's priorities—whether it’s about broadband, markets, land access, food security and more.
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Send the letter by mail or email.
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Share your advocacy through social media, community channels, and networks to drive lasting change.
POLICY BRIEFS AND PRIORITIES
ADVOCACY DOCUMENTS
Chief Legal & Policy Officer
Victoria Ackley
Legal & Policy Administrative Assistant
Policy Director
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