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Proposed resolution seeks equity in emergency pay
Resolution number 173 (2020), submitted by Wolfetown Representative Bo Crowe, seeks to bring matching reductions in tribal pay to include elected officials of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
Council discusses Investment Committee authority in Special Session
Tribal Council met in a specially-called session on Thursday, April 9 and discussed new authorities for the EBCI Investment Committee to better help the Tribe in its investments going forward.
Tribe to provide stimulus for tribally-licensed businesses
The tribal leadership of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) has voted to provide a stimulus package to local businesses in the wake of COVID-19 closures.
Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos extends temporary closure through April
As the COVID-19 pandemic remains a threat both locally and nationally, Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos (Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort & Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel) has further extended its closure through the end of April.
Cherokee Indian Hospital starting drive-thru COVID-19 testing
The Cherokee Indian Hospital is starting drive-thru coronavirus (COVID-19) testing beginning Thursday, April 2.
Trump signs CARES Act, includes billions for Indian Country
President Trump signed into law H.R. 748, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) on Friday, March 27 following a voice vote in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Tribal officials report first case of COVID-19 on Qualla Boundary
Tribal officials of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians announced the first confirmed case of coronavirus (COVID-19) on the Qualla Boundary during a press conference on Friday, March 27.
Senate passes coronavirus relief which includes funding for Indian Country
The Senate passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act (H.R. 748) by a vote of 96-0 on Wednesday, March 25.
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