I covered a bit of ground with our challenges, and we talked a bit about the law as it stands right now. I think we have put a few words out there about our challenges, but I don’t want the momentum to stop here. I want to make real change here. I want to let our lawmakers know that there is a real interest here. I want them to know that we need time to be able to respond to their propositions.

Here’s what I’ve been thinking. What if NativeProbate.org started a grassroots petition? A grassroots petition is a dynamic way to show our interest in these changes, and to tell the government to SLOW DOWN. Maybe, as a side effect, we can tell our elected officials that sharing their proposed changes on any matter should be sent to social media, email, and yes, even news networks that are readily seen on television. Remember how the government plugged the Cobell Settlement Lawsuit, everyone knew about that?

What do you think? Would you sign something like this? I know I would, but I believe in using our constitutional freedoms to our advantage. History shows that American Indians haven’t always been able to enjoy those rights. Now we can. Before NativeProbate.org sets up a grassroots petition, I need to know what you think. I want to hear your questions and concerns.

To know more about the injustice of the timing and method the Department is using in rolling out these new regulations, listen to the video on our Blog post: Elder’s Plea to Delay AIPRA Rulemaking during Pandemic.

These new rules will give Native Americans even less due process and protection for Indian landowners. It is vital that you be involved and learn what these new regulations mean for you and your future generations. The proposed changes and presentation materials can be found on our Blog page: AIPRA Proposed Rule Presentation Materials.

It’s easy to submit your comment on the proposed changes directly to the Department by clicking here: FederalRegisterCommentPage. Let the Department know your involved, informed and sharing information they need to understand the impact of their proposed regulations.

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