Navajo Nation

May 21 2 new cases, 29,361 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, new health order expands options for flea markets and roadside markets

May 20 4 new cases, 29,361 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

May 20 President Nez pushes for new era in tribal roads and federal relations during meeting with White House officials

May 20 Former Auditor General Elizabeth Begay to serve as Acting Controller

May 19 Council Votes to remove Pearline Kirk as Controller of the Navajo Nation during Special Session

May 19 9 new cases, 29,356 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19

May 18 Council Delegate Thomas Walker Jr. Expresses Opposition to Two Guns Commercial Resort Proposal

May 18 18 new cases, 29,353 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19

May 18 Council hears report on irregularities with COVID-19 testing contract and deliberates emergency removal of Navajo Nation Controller Pearline Kirk during Special Session

May 17 7 new cases, 29,343 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

May 17 Navajo Nation implements Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

May 16 Navajo Nation recognizes the week of May 16 – 22 as “Navajo Nation Emergency Medical Service Week”

May 16 7 new cases, 29,329 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19

May 15 15 new cases, 29,302 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19

May 14 12 new cases, 29,294 recoveries, and five more deaths related to COVID-19, mask mandate remains in place for the Navajo Nation

May 13 14 new cases, 29,283 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 as health care facilities begin offering vaccines for adolescents

May 11 20 new cases, 29,265 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, health care facilities will begin offering vaccines for adolescents this week

May 11 Arizona Governor signs two voter suppression bills that disproportionately impact Navajo voters

May 11 9 new cases, 29,261 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as Navajo Area IHS prepares to begin vaccinating 12-15 year old individuals

May 10 Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission calls to postpone vote on Public Hearing adoption of Ordinance 2021-05, changing the zoning of Two Guns interchange

May 10 30 combined new cases, 29,239 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 reported for Sunday and Monday

May 10 U.S. Department of the Treasury announces timeline, funding formula, and requirements for tribes to receive American Rescue Plan Act funding

May 10 Navajo Nation announces the Enhanced Retirement Program

May 10 Navajo Nation recognizes Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week to honor active and fallen Navajo Police Officers

May 08 12 new cases, 29,224 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19

May 07 15 new cases, 29,225 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 as leaders urge families to celebrate Mother’s Day safely

May 07 Navajo Nation approves Permanent Trust Fund Income five-year expenditure plan to help ensure financial stability and direct services

May 07 Navajo Nation now has over 100,000 fully vaccinated individuals

May 06 Rock Point community to receive funding for Route 8070 improvements

May 06 Navajo Department of Health announces graduation and promotion guidelines for schools to implement to help protect against COVID-19

May 06 13 new cases, 29,213 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

May 06 Delegate Kee Allen Begay Jr. advocates for road and broadband projects with Arizona leaders

May 05 Navajo Nation recognizes “Navajo Nation Nurses Appreciation Week” in honor and recognition of the contributions and sacrifices of nurses

May 05 Navajo leaders recognize Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Awareness Day in honor and remembrance of lost loved ones

May 05 7 new cases, 29,201 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

May 04 12 new cases, 16,606 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19

May 04 May 2021 Navajo Nation Council sessions and Naabik’íyáti’ Committee work sessions

May 04 Navajo Nation Council spotlights Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls national awareness day events

May 03 3 new cases, 16,596 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as the Navajo Nation nears 100,000 people fully vaccinated

May 03 FCC’s Emergency Broadband Benefit Program will begin on May 12 to provide low-income families with discounted broadband service

May 03 President Nez and Vice President Lizer offer support for Salt Creek Fire residents and first responders

May 02 Navajo Nation leaders honor and thank all educators with “Navajo Nation Teacher Appreciation Week” recognition

May 02 6 new cases, 16,585 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

May 02 Week of May 2 – 8, 2021 recognized as “Navajo Nation Correctional Officers Week”

May 01 6 new cases, 16,574 recoveries, and three more deaths related to COVID-19

May 01 Navajo Nation recognizes the month of May 2021 as “Navajo Nation Foster Care Awareness Month”

May 01 Navajo leaders recognize the month of May as “Ntsáhakees Silah’igii Baa ‘Áhaya – Navajo Nation Mental Health Awareness Month”

Apr 30 Navajo Nation leaders urge Arizona Governor to veto voter suppression bill

Apr 30 9 new cases, 16,574 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 30 President Nez offers support for infrastructure projects related to the Navajo Utah Water Rights Settlement Act and rural road development

Apr 29 Controller’s statements following financial management work session misdirect

Apr 29 Judicial Branch fund approved by Navajo Nation Council with federal lawsuit award

Apr 29 Navajo Nation Council approves 2022-2026 Permanent Fund 5-year income plan to directly address projected shortfalls

Apr 29 6 new cases, 16,570 recoveries, and three recent deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 29 Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decision delivers significant victory for the Navajo Nation

Apr 28 Office of the Controller must operate objectively, free of political influence

Apr 28 15 new cases, 16,568 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as Navajo Area IHS reports that over 95,000 individuals are fully vaccinated

Apr 28 First Lady Nez and Second Lady Lizer announce “Talking Trash” series focusing on illegal trash dumping on the Navajo Nation

Apr 28 Navajo Nation opposes Arizona bills that would suppress Navajo voters

Apr 27 0 new cases, 16,565 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 27 Navajo Nation BIE schools, Diné College, and NTU allocated nearly $205 million through the American Rescue Plan Act

Apr 27 5 new cases, 16,524 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 26 Nez-Lizer Administration to meet with Chapters regarding the American Rescue Plan Act

Apr 23 First Lady Biden concludes visit to the Navajo Nation with discussions with students, educators, parents, and health care workers

Apr 23 31 new cases, 16,524 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as Navajo Nation prepares to transition to “Yellow Status” on Monday

Apr 22 Navajo leaders welcome First Lady Jill Biden to the Navajo Nation

Apr 22 President Nez and Vice President Lizer congratulate U.S. Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs nominee Bryan Newland

Apr 22 15 new cases, 16,522 recoveries, and no recent death related to COVID-19

Apr 21 Navajo Nation to welcome First Lady Jill Biden

Apr 21 8 new cases, 16,522 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19

Apr 21 Navajo Nation enrolled population increases to 399,494 thanks to Navajo CARES Act Hardship Assistance Program

Apr 20 9 new cases, 16,515 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 20 Navajo Department of Health cautions public about Hantavirus as first case of the year confirmed

Apr 19 4 new cases, 16,477 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 19 President Nez and Vice President Lizer deliver the State of the Navajo Nation Address

Apr 18 7 new cases, 16,477 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 17 2 new cases, 16,477 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 reported for seventh consecutive day

Apr 17 Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of former Diné lawmaker Nelson S. BeGaye

Apr 16 13 new cases, 16,475 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19, California variant identified in Shiprock Service Unit

Apr 15 Arizona-Tribal gaming compact amendments finalized extending compact duration up to 2048 and expanding scope of gaming

Apr 15 20 new cases, 16,431 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 reported for fifth consecutive day

Apr 15 Navajo Nation Office of the First Lady and Second Lady launches mobile app to provide resources for Navajo families

Apr 15 The Commission on Navajo Government Development mourns the loss of Honorable Nelson S. BeGaye and, the Commission’s regular meeting has been postponed

Apr 15 President Nez and Vice President Lizer offer condolences and prayers for the family of former Diné lawmaker Nelson S. BeGaye

Apr 15 Navajo Nation Council in mourning following the passing of Honorable Nelson S. BeGaye

Apr 14 10 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 14 President Nez voices support for President Biden’s FY 2022 budget request that includes increases for schools, IHS, and other priorities

Apr 13 Tsídii To’í celebrates Síhásin Fund heavy equipment motor grader delivery under Nation-wide investment in local needs

Apr 13 Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine paused on the Navajo Nation in accordance with CDC and FDA recommendations

Apr 13 2 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 reported for third consecutive day

Apr 13 President Nez meets with U.S. Transportation Secretary Buttigieg and proposes policy changes to improve Navajo Nation’s transportation system

Apr 12 2 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 12 FEMA’s COVID-19 Funeral Assistance application now open to general public

Apr 12 Navajo Nation partners with First Things First to recognize “Navajo Nation Week of the Young Child”

Apr 12 Navajo Nation and the Office of the Arizona State Treasurer recognize the month of April as “Financial Literacy Month”

Apr 12 Navajo Nation secures $14.9 million in Capital Outlay Funds with approval from New Mexico Governor

Apr 11 10 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 11 Navajo Nation Council approves 2021 Arizona gaming compact amendments and agreements

Apr 10 16 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 09 26 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, stay-at-home order reinstated for Navajo Nation residents

Apr 09 President Nez cites COVID-19 variants for vetoing bill that sought to reopen Navajo Nation roads to visitors

Apr 08 15 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19

Apr 08 New Mexico Governor Signs HB-0178, Opening Doors of Opportunity for Students Seeking Substance Abuse Counseling Licensure

Apr 07 President Nez calls for the protection of 1.9 million acres of land under the Bears Ears National Monument in meeting with Interior Secretary Haaland

Apr 07 16 new cases, 16,425 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 07 Navajo Nation’s renewable energy future takes step forward with 70-megawatt emissions-free energy project in Red Mesa community

Apr 06 Navajo Nation finalizes lease for 200 MW emissions-free solar energy development project in the community of Cameron

Apr 06 3 new cases, 16,425 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19

Apr 06 Shonto community breaks ground on new hotel to support tourism corridor, jobs, and revenue

Apr 06 Navajo leaders recognize signing of New Mexico law ending Impact Aid credits in public education funding rules

Apr 06 Navajo Nation confirms first case of the B.1.429 variant first identified in the state of California, health officials urge more residents to get vaccinated

Apr 06 Navajo Nation recognizes National Public Health Week in honor and appreciation of health care workers

Apr 05 6 new cases, 16,423 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 05 President Nez joins New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham for the signing of Impact Aid bill to support tribal schools

Apr 04 7 new cases, 16,423 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19

Apr 03 18 new cases, 16,423 recoveries, and four more deaths related to COVID-19

Apr 03 Office of the Controller successfully manages CARES Act funding, gearing up for second round of funding from the American Rescue Plan

Apr 02 17 new cases, 16,421 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19

Apr 02 April 2021 Navajo Nation Council sessions and Naabik’íyáti’ Committee work sessions

Apr 01 5 new cases, 16,398 recoveries, and five more deaths related to COVID-19, weekend vaccination events continue

Apr 01 Navajo Criminal Investigations supplemental appropriation gains approval from Law and Order Committee

Apr 01 Hay, grain, livestock feed assistance approved by Resources and Development Committee for $4 million

Apr 01 Navajo Nation recognizes the month of April as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month” acknowledging victims, survivors, and advocates

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