Native American Tribes Still Waiting On Help From CARES Act

Native American Tribes Still Waiting On Help From CARES Act

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The transcript discusses the allocation of $8 billion in CARES Act funding to tribal governments, highlighting delays and controversies in distribution. The Navajo Nation faced high COVID-19 infection rates while waiting for funds. Issues arose over the inclusion of Alaskan native corporations and the use of outdated population data for fund allocation, leading to inequities. The Treasury Department has not disclosed fund distribution details, and tribes are required to submit more information to receive remaining funds. The situation poses risks to tribal communities' health and safety.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the total amount of aid earmarked for tribal governments under the CARES Act?

$3.2 billion

$8 billion

$10 billion

$4.8 billion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which tribal nation had the highest per capita rate of COVID-19 infections in the country?

Apache Nation

Sioux Nation

Cherokee Nation

Navajo Nation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one reason for the delay in distributing the funds to tribal governments?

Lack of funds

Inclusion of Alaskan native corporations

Technical issues

Political disagreements

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the controversy regarding the formula used for fund distribution?

It was based on outdated racial population numbers

It favored larger tribes

It was too complex

It was not approved by Congress

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Harvard Project study conclude about the fund allocation formula?

It was based on current population data

It was too generous

It created demonstrable inequity

It was fair and equitable