Attorney Fees Indian Rights
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
To assist Federally Recognized Tribes in protecting their treaty rights and other rights established through Executive Order or court action.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Federally recognized tribes
- Specialized groups
Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments.
Beneficiaries
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Federally Recognized Indian Tribes and their members.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Initial applications must contain the information specified in 25 CFR 89. Completed applications should be submitted to the local Bureau of Indian Affairs agency office listed in Appendix IV of the Catalog.
Award Procedure
Awards are approved at the Headquarters level.
Applications will be processed within 90 days.
Program details & compliance
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
These funds are used to provide assistance to tribes to obtain legal representation in situations where the United States cannot represent them as authorized in 25 U.S.C. 175. The funds are distributed in accordance with regulations governing the expenditure of appropriated funds for the fees of private attorneys representing tribes, and the eligibility requirements are found in 25 U.S.C. 89. Bureau policy determines the attorney fee hourly rates.
Required Documentation
Initial application must be accompanied by a resolution of the governing body of the Indian tribe.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements