S. 4976

Native Children’s Commission Implementation Act of 2026

Sponsor: Lisa Murkowski

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I Justice for Children, Youth, and Families

II Improving Research and Data

III Improving the Physical and Behavioral Health of Native Children

IV Environmental Health Protection

V Improving nutrition programs for Native children, youth, and families

VI Addressing Homelessness in Native Communities

VII Improving the Workforce for Families

Sec. 704. Requirement of consultation with Indian Tribes

Section 658O(c) of the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 9858m(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

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(7) Consultation. In establishing requirements, including requirements relating to applications, under this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with Indian tribes and tribal organizations (including such tribes that are Alaska Native villages or regional or village corporations, and including Native Hawaiian organizations and other organizations described in section 658P(15)(B)), experts in Indian early childhood education and development, linguists, and the National Indian Child Care Association.

VIII Education