TSGAC

TSGAC request for the IHS to: 1. Share a copy of the Congressional report on the current health status and resource deficiency for each IHS Service Unit required by 25 U.S.C. § 1621(f); 2. Identify statistical/technical staff as a point of contact for IHCIF and LNF data; 3. Establish a joint Tribal/Federal Workgroup with actuarial …

2017- TSGAC Letter: Update to Level of Need Funded Data and Workgroup Request Read More »

In 2017, TSGAC submitted a letter to CMS expressing concerns with Medicaid work requirements.

Excerpt: “TSGAC believes that any efforts to reorganize, streamline, or create efficiencies require Tribal Consultation under the HHS Tribal Consultation Policy, most recently revised in 2010. The Department’s Tribal Consultation Policy states that “Before any action is taken that will significantly affect Indian Tribes it is the HHS policy that…consultation with Indian Tribes will occur.” …

2017- TSGAC Letter: Request for Tribal Consultation on HHS Reimagining Initiative Read More »

In 2017, TSGAC provided recommendations to IHS regarding its Scholarship and Loan Repayment Programs.