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Legislation Number
0178-25
Legislation Title
An Action Relating to the Resources and Development and Naabik’íyáti’ Committees and the Navajo Nation Council; Extending the Time for a Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity Through September 30, 2029 to Allow the Navajo Nation to be Sued in Federal District Court Regarding Compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act in Carrying Out United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Grants and Authorizing the Navajo Nation President to be the Certifying Tribal Official to Execute Form 7015.15
Legislation Description
The purpose of the proposed resolution is to authorize an extension of time for a limited waiver of sovereign immunity to allow the Navajo Nation to be sued in the Federal District Court for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (or “NEPA”) to carry out the federal Housing and Urban Development grants and to authorize the Navajo Nation President to sign form 7015.15 “Request for Release of Fund and Certification.”
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Sponsor
Brenda Jesus
Co-Sponsor(s)
N/A
Date Advisor Notified
07/30/2025, 01:05 pm
Location
Resources & Development Committee Advisor
Status
In Resources & Development Committee (1 of 3)
Executive Branch (164/SAS No.)
N/A
Vote Requirements
Navajo Nation Council - Two-Thirds Vote of Council
Legislation Entered By
Julissa Johnson
Approved Committees
  1. Resources & Development Committee
  2. Naa'bik'iyati' Committee
  3. Navajo Nation Council
OLC Number
24-500-01
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07/30/2025, 01:05 pm Jamie Vandever 0178-25.pdf
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07/23/2025, 06:55 pm Julissa Johnson 0178-25.pdf