We are pleased to welcome Debra Dumontier from the University of Montana School of Law as the featured speaker for our Central Committee meeting. Professor Dumontier is a highly respected expert in federal Indian law and policy and serves as Director of UM’s Indian Law Clinic.

In this presentation, she will guide us through key foundational concepts, including tribal sovereignty, jurisdiction, and important issues surrounding natural resources and their protection. Her insights will provide valuable context and a deeper understanding of the legal frameworks that shape relationships between tribal, federal, and state governments.