Coronavirus Information Dikos Ntsaaígíí-19 (COVID-19) Symptoms of COVID-19 Stop The Spread of Germs Nov 22 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 53 - Safety Precautions Nov 19 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) - Expanded Eligibility for COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Dose to All Fully Vaccinated Adults Nov 15 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 52 - Safety Precautions Nov 08 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 51 - Safety Precautions Oct 25 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 49 - Safety Precautions Oct 18 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-020 - Public Health Emergency Order Continuing "Orange Status" for Businesses Oct 18 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 48 - Safety Precautions Oct 11 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 47 - Safety Precautions Sep 27 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 45 - Safety Precautions Sep 21 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 44 - Safety Precautions Sep 13 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 43 - Safety Precautions Aug 30 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 41 - Safety Precautions Aug 12 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-019 - Public Health Emergency Order Reemphasizing “Safer at Home” Order and Updating Gathering Limits Aug 12 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-018 - Public Health Emergency Order Declaring “Orange Status” for Schools Aug 12 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-017 - Public Health Emergency Order Declaring “Orange Status” for Businesses Aug 09 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 38 - Safety Precautions Aug 04 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-016 - Public Health Emergency Order Reemphasizing “Safer at Home” Order and Gathering Limits, and Discontinuing Daily Curfew Aug 04 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-015 - Clarifying the Mandate to Wear Masks in Public, Including Schools and Businesses, Due to COVID-19 Aug 02 Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 37 - Safety Precautions Jul 07 COVID-19 SAFE PRACTICES: REOPENING GUIDELINES FOR YOUTH SUMMER PROGRAMS Jul 07 NDOH Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-014 - Public Health Emergency Order Implementing the Navajo Nation COVID-19 Safe Schools Framework and Declaring “Yellow Status” for Schools Jul 07 NDOH Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-013 - Public Health Emergency Order Continuing “Yellow Status” for Businesses May 21 NDOH Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-011 - Public Health Emergency Order Continuing “Yellow Status” for Businesses May 18 NDOH Health Advisory Notice (HAN) - Mandating Use of Masks Among All Persons in Public is Still in Effect May 17 NDOH Health Advisory Notice (HAN) - COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 28 —Safety Precautions Apr 20 NDOH Health Advisory Notice (HAN) - Navajo Nation Confirms First Hantavirus Case of 2021 Apr 19 NDOH Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 24 - Safety Precautions Apr 13 NDOH Health Advisory Notice (HAN) - CDC and FDA Recommended a Pause of the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Apr 12 NDOH Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 23 —Safety Precautions Apr 09 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-008- Re-Issuing Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Order and Continuing Daily Curfew Mar 26 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-007- Continuing the “Safer at Home” Public Health Emergency Order; Extending Daily Curfews; Extending Business Hours; Requirements for Drive-in Gatherings Jan 7 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2021-001- Continuing the Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Lockdown Order for an Additional Two (2) Weeks, Including Full 57-Hour Weekend Lockdowns Dec 28 Navajo Department of Health Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 09 —Safety Precautions Dec 04 Continuing the Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Lockdown Order for an Additional Three (3) Weeks, including Full 57-Hour Weekend Lockdowns - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-031 Dec 01 Navajo Department of Health Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 05 —Safety Precautions Nov 17 Navajo Department of Health Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory No. 03 —Safety Precautions Nov 13 Re-issuing Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Lockdown Order for Three (3) Consecutive Weeks - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-030 Nov 13 Public Health Emergency Order Declaring “Red Status” for Businesses - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-029 Nov 04 Navajo Department of Health Health Advisory Notice (HAN) COVID-19 Community Advisory—Safety Precautions Nov 02 Public Health Emergency Order Regarding Voting on Election Day on the Navajo Nation During the Current Public Health State of Emergency - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-027 Oct 22 Public Health Emergency Order Implementing Additional 56-Hour Weekend Lockdowns - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-026 Sep 29 Public Health Emergency Order Regarding Updated Daily Curfew Hours and Implementing Additional 57-Hour Weekend Lockdowns - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-024 Sep 22 Re-issuing Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Order and 57-hour Weekend Lockdown - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-023 Sep 01 Public Health Emergency Order Continuing 32-Hour Weekend Lockdowns in September 2020 - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-022 Aug 16 Rescinding the Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Public Health Emergency Orders and Implementing a “Safer at Home” Public Health Emergency Order, Restating the Requirements for “Drive-in” Gatherings, Restating the daily and weekend curfew hours, and Reminding Visitors and Tourists Not to Travel to the Navajo Nation - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-021 Aug 13 Public Health Emergency Order Implementing the Navajo Nation Reopening Plan and Declaring "Orange Status" - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-020 Aug 06 Public Health Emergency Order Regarding Updated Daily Curfew Hours and 32-Hour Weekend Lockdown - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-019 Jul 22 SIXTH EXECUTIVE ORDER RELATED TO EXTENDING THE DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS ON THE NAVAJO NATION; FURTHER EXTENDING THE CLOSURE OF NAVAJO NATION GOVERNMENT OFFICES AND RELATED ENTITIES - Executive Order No. 008-20 Jul 05 Re-issuing Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Public Health Emergency Order - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-017 Jun 30 Public Health Emergency Order Locking Down the Navajo Nation for 57-Hours (for the Next Three Weekends) Due to the Alarming Increase in Positive Cases in Areas Surrounding the Navajo Nation - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-016 Jun 30 FIFTH EXECUTIVE ORDER RELATED TO EXTENDING THE DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS ON THE NAVAJO NATION; FURTHER EXTENDING THE CLOSURE OF NAVAJO NATION GOVERNMENT OFFICES AND RELATED ENTITIES - Executive Order No. 006-20 Jun 16 Public Health Emergency Order Locking Down the Navajo Nation for 57-Hours (for the Next Two Weekends) and Travel Advisory Outside of the Navajo Nation Due to the Increased in Positive Cases in Areas Surrounding the Navajo Nation - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-015 Jun 05 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-014 - "Safer at Home" Public Health Emergency Order and Requirements for "Drive-In" Gatherings Jun 05 Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-013 - Public Health Emergency Order Regarding Daily Curfew Jun 03 FOURTH EXECUTIVE ORDER RELATED TO EXTENDING THE DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS ON THE NAVAJO NATION; FURTHER EXTENDING THE CLOSURE OF NAVAJO NATION GOVERNMENT OFFICES AND RELATED ENTITIES - Executive Order No. 005-20 May 19 Public Health Emergency Order Locking Down the Navajo Nation for 57-Hours During the Weekend and Closing Essential Businesses Due to Community Spread of COVID-19 - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-011 Apr 21 EXTENDING THE DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS ON THE NAVAJO NATION, EXTENDING THE CLOSURE OF NAVAJO NATION GOVERNMENT OFFICES AND RELATED ENTITIES - Executive Order No. 003-20 Apr 17 Public Health Emergency Order Mandating Use of Masks in Public due to COVID-19 - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-007 Apr 16 Public Health Emergency Order Extending the 57-Hour Weekend Curfew for Two Additional Weekends in April and Closing Essential Businesses During Weekend Curfews Due to Community Spread of COVID-19 - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-006 Apr 05 Public Health Emergency Order Implementing a 57-Hour Weekend Curfew from 8:00 P.M. on Friday, April 10 to 5:00 A.M. on Monday April 13 Due to the Community Spread of COVID-19 - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-005 Mar 31 EXTENDING THE DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS ON THE NAVAJO NATION, EXTENDING THE CLOSURE OF NAVAJO NATION GOVERNMENT OFFICES AND RELATED ENTITIES - Executive Order No. 002-20 Mar 29 Public Health Emergency Order Implementing a Curfew, Extending the March 20, 2020 Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Order No. 2020-003, and Implementing Other Major Public Health Disaster Responses Due to the Community Spread of COVID -19 - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-004 Mar 20 Public Health Emergency Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Order for All Residents of the Navajo Nation for Quarantine and Isolation Purposes to Limit the Spread of COVID -19 - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-003 Mar 19 Public Health Emergency Order Requiring Closure of the Chilchinbeto Community for Quarantine and Isolation (Shelter in Place) Purposes to Limit the Spread of COVID-19 - Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-002 Mar 18 Public Health Emergency Order to Limit Mass Gatherings and Gatherings Due to COVID-19 Mar 13 DECLARING A STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO THE CONFIRMATION OF THE COVID-19 VIRUS IN REGIONAL AREAS SURROUNDING THE NAVAJO NATION - Executive Order No. 001-20 Navajo News - Press Releases Nov 23 Navajo Nation honors the life of Billy Nez, Community Leader and All Indian Rodeo Cowboys Association Gold Card Member Nov 23 Navajo Nation applauds Passage of the Build Back Better Act by the U.S. House of Representatives Nov 22 First Lady Nez addresses the Utah Task Force on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Nov 22 46 new cases, 36,659 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 67 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Nov 21 35 new cases, 36,607 recoveries, and five recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 20 87 new cases, 36,481 recoveries, and four recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 20 $25 Million for Shiprock Road Project Approved, Applauded by Chairwoman Eugenia Charles-Newton Nov 19 Road Infrastructure Projects Highlighted, Transportation Secretary welcomed to Arizona by Council Delegate Kee Allen Begay, Jr. Nov 19 96 new cases, 36,363 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, Navajo Department of Health recommends COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters Nov 19 Navajo Nation Roads Summit hosted by Council Delegate Edmund Yazzie, Infrastructure Projects Highlighted Nov 18 99 new cases, 36,168 recoveries, and three more deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 18 Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Diné Korean War veteran Bennie Harvey James Nov 17 Navajo Nation applauds $25 million grant for road repairs and improvements for U.S. 64 Nov 17 96 new cases, 36,113 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Nov 17 President and First Lady Nez address federal policies during the White House Tribal Nations Summit Nov 17 President Nez and Vice President Lizer speak in support of local road improvements at the 2021 Road Summit Nov 16 17 new cases, 35,947 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 16 Navajo Nation Opposes Withdrawal for Development at Chaco Canyon, Tribal Consultation Ignored Nov 16 Navajo Nation applauds Signing of $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill by President Biden Nov 15 62 new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 55 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Nov 15 President Nez joins President Biden for the signing of the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Bill Nov 15 Navajo Nation Applauds President Biden’s Executive Order to Advance Efforts to Address Missing Native Persons Cases Nov 14 89 new cases, 35,617 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Nov 14 Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Diné World War II veteran Steven Ashley, Sr. Nov 13 65 new cases, 35,617 recoveries, and six recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 12 Navajo Veterans Advisory Council advocates for Navajo Code Talkers and Veterans Hospital to Arizona Senator Mark Kelly Nov 12 77 new cases, 35,617 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 11 103 new cases, 35,488 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 11 Navajo Nation welcomes Arizona Senator Mark Kelly Nov 11 Navajo Nation honors and recognizes Diné warriors on Veterans Day Nov 10 Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project inspected by Navajo Nation Council Nov 10 President Nez offers support for concerns brought forth by the Navajo Nation Advisory Council on Disability Nov 10 126 new cases, 35,441 recoveries, and eight recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 10 Navajo Nation recognizes Veterans Day, Warriors across the United States Honored Nov 09 41 new cases, 35,411 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Nov 09 Navajo Nation honors the life of former Councilman David Tom Nov 08 39 new cases, 35,314 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 56 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Nov 07 60 new cases, 35,209 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 07 Navajo Nation leaders continue to question Naat’áani Development Corporation’s ability to oversee hundreds of millions of dollars in Medicaid funds Nov 06 85 new cases, 35,104 recoveries, and four recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 06 Nilch’ Éí Bee Ííná – Air is Life Act signed into law to promote a Healthier and Commercial Smoke-free Navajo Nation Nov 06 $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill fully funds Navajo Utah Water Rights Settlement, $11 Billion invested in Indian Country Nov 05 88 new cases, 35,003 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Nov 05 Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Diné World War II veteran Bennie S. Cowboy Nov 04 103 new cases, 34,836 recoveries, and five recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 04 Council Delegate Carl Slater applauds Navajo Transit System relocation to Transportation Division Nov 04 President Nez approves the transfer of the Navajo Transit System to the Navajo Division of Transportation Nov 04 $250,000 approved by Navajo Nation Council, Transportation Services provided for Individuals with Disabilities Nov 04 New Hospital Building to be Constructed in Ganado, Applauded by Navajo Nation Council Nov 04 Sage Memorial Hospital breaks ground on new hospital campus Nov 03 President Nez and Vice President Lizer approve funding for vehicles to transport individuals with disabilities Nov 03 80 new cases, 34,796 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Nov 03 Navajo Nation participates in Utah Redistricting Commission Meeting to advocate for Voting Rights Nov 03 Completion of Navajo Route 27 provides safer route for residents, emergency responders, and students Nov 02 Ganado Fire District to receive new fire trucks and ambulances with signing of resolution by President Nez Nov 02 23 new cases, 34,755 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, vaccination rate is currently 70-percent for eligible population Nov 01 34 new cases, 34,665 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 58 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Nov 01 Navajo Nation supports bill to address Climate Change and America’s Red Rock Wilderness Act Oct 31 67 new cases, 34,588 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 30 77 new cases, 34,378 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Oct 30 Navajo Nation honors the life of Korean War Veteran Lee Cook Oct 29 105 new cases, 34,377 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 29 Law & Order Committee Chairwoman advocates for Judicial and Public Safety priorities in Washington, D.C. Oct 28 97 new cases, 34,253 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 28 Tom Platero appointed to serve as the interim Executive Director for the Navajo Nation Fiscal Recovery Fund Office Oct 28 Navajo Route 12 and other road rehabilitation projects nears completion Oct 28 Proposed Road Projects in the Western Navajo Agency toured by Resources & Development Committee Oct 27 119 new cases, 34,208 recoveries, and nine more deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 27 Navajo Department of Health issues COVID-19 public health guidance for Halloween Oct 27 Vice President Lizer appointed to serve as the vice-chair of the Coalition of Large Tribes Oct 26 Vice President Lizer highlights the importance of partnerships to increase broadband connectivity on the Navajo Nation Oct 26 32 new cases, 34,159 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Oct 26 President Nez addresses climate change at the New Mexico Climate Summit Oct 25 37 new cases, 34,080 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 48 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Oct 24 24 new cases, 33,997 recoveries, and two recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 24 Veterans Concerns Heard, Navajo Nation Council proposes changes to Veterans Administration Oct 23 61 new cases, 33,897 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 21 Appointment Questioned by Council Delegate Kee Allen Begay, Jr., Non-Navajo to represent Navajo Veterans Nationally Oct 21 President Nez advocates for water and transportation infrastructure, public safety, veteran benefits, and health care priorities on Capitol Hill Oct 21 74 new cases, 33,579 recoveries, and no new deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 21 Navajo Nation upholds Voting Rights Act standards for Redistricting Maps Oct 21 Fall Session Adjourns, Navajo Nation Council passes Historic Legislations Oct 20 78 new cases, 33,550 recoveries, and seven more deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 20 President Nez testifies before Congress in support of Native American voting rights Oct 20 Flags to be flown at half-staff to honor the life of late Navajo leader Samuel Yazzie Oct 19 Air is Life Act of 2021 passed by Navajo Nation Council, Praised by Health Advocates Oct 19 85 new cases, 33,039 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 18 President Nez and Vice President Lizer present the State of the Navajo Nation Address Oct 18 30 new cases, 32,906 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 31 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Oct 18 Navajo Nation and Red Water Pond Road community residents oppose proposal to transfer uranium mine waste near the homes of Navajo residents Oct 18 The Navajo Nation Division of Economic Development Artisan and Business Grant 2021 Oct 17 58 new cases, 32,906 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 17 10,000 Infrastructure Projects Proposed, $2.1 Billion in ARPA Funds to be Allocated Oct 16 31 new cases, 32,851 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 15 110 new cases, 32,809 recoveries, and no recent death related to COVID-19 Oct 15 American Rescue Plan proposal includes funds for infrastructure, direct services, and hardship assistance Oct 15 Commercial Smoking Ban, Uranium Mining Congressional Hearing, and Judicial Branch funding to be considered by Navajo Nation Council Oct 15 Navajo Nation Council to host Domestic Violence Awareness March, Fall Session to honor Indigenous Women Oct 15 Navajo Nation Diné Action Plan signed into law to address public safety issues using Navajo cultural principles Oct 14 64 new cases, 32,761 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Oct 14 President Nez meets with the Navajo Uranium Radiation Victims Committee regarding the RECA Amendments of 2021 Oct 13 11 new cases, 32,735 recoveries, and six recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 13 Initial distribution of ARPA Fiscal Recovery Funds allocated Oct 12 48 new cases, 32,727 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 12 New Mexico Redistricting Plan for Voting Discussed with Navajo Nation Leaders Oct 12 President Nez meets with Secretary Haaland and Assistant Secretary Newland Oct 12 Navajo Nation marks the completion of two more road projects Oct 11 New Mexico tribal leaders work to move forward together on redistricting issues Oct 11 11 new cases, 32,667 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 33 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Oct 11 Navajo Nation recognizes and celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day Oct 10 55 new cases and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 09 32 new cases, 32,582 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 09 Navajo Nation Council Questions Lack of Collaboration from the Washington Office & President Jonathan Nez Oct 08 51 new cases, 32,542 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Oct 08 President Biden signs historic proclamation to restore and expand the Bears Ears National Monument Oct 08 Navajo Nation Council Celebrates the Protection of the Bears Ears National Monument Oct 07 49 new cases, 32,441 recoveries, and five more deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 06 Navajo Family Assistance Services Continues to Accept Navajo School Clothing and Supplies Applications Oct 06 65 new cases, 32,423 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Oct 06 Council Delegate Eugenia Charles-Newton continues search for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Oct 05 22 new cases, 32,409 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 05 Diné Action Plan approved by Navajo Nation Council, Advisory group created Oct 05 Navajo Nation advocates for Office of Tribal Affairs at the U.S. Department of the Treasury Oct 04 Navajo Nation establishes the Fiscal Recovery Fund Office for the American Rescue Plan Act Oct 04 29 new cases, 32,369 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 35 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Oct 04 President Nez highlights the Navajo Nation’s “Just Energy Transition” to support post-coal economies at the Arizona Student Energy Conference Oct 03 35 new cases, 32,272 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 03 Council Delegate Charlaine Tso continues search for Ella Mae Begay Oct 02 35 new cases, 32,271 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 01 76 new cases, 32,203 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Oct 01 $19 Million approved for Church Rock Factory by Navajo Nation Council, 350 jobs created Oct 01 Navajo Nation supports congressional bill to replace Columbus Day with “Indigenous Peoples’ Day” nationwide Oct 01 Navajo Nation breaks ground on the expansion of Rhino Health glove manufacturing facility, creating up to 350 jobs Oct 01 Month of October recognized as “Navajo Nation Domestic Violence Awareness Month” Oct 01 Navajo Nation recognizes “Breast Cancer Awareness Month” Oct 01 Indigenous Children and Survivors of Boarding Schools honored by the Navajo Nation Council Sep 30 Biden Signs Indian Affairs Bill that Extends Native Children Commission Deadline Sep 30 88 new cases, 32,155 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 30 President Nez speaks in support of Native American voting rights before the New Mexico Citizen Redistricting Committee Sep 29 67 new cases, 32,116 recoveries, and five more deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 29 Navajo Nation Mandates COVID-19 Vaccinations for all Government Employees Sep 28 Navajo Nation’s FY2022 Comprehensive Budget fully funds the Department of Criminal Investigations plus an additional $1 million Sep 28 37 new cases, 32,121 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 28 Council Delegate Eugenia Charles-Newton responds to Budget Cuts & Funding for Criminal Investigators Sep 28 Navajo Routes 8085 and 251 road improvements completed in Many Farms and Tselani/Cottonwood Sep 27 Navajo Nation’s FY2022 Comprehensive Budget approval includes funding for veterans, prosecutors, and direct services Sep 27 20 new cases, 32,067 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 40 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Sep 27 Navajo Nation Council Honors the Life of Community Leader Agnes Laughter Sep 26 36 new cases, 32,009 recoveries, and three more deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 26 Navajo Nation honors military families on Gold Star Families Day Sep 25 22 new cases, 31,972 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 24 President Nez proposes solutions based on concerns from Navajo veterans Sep 24 12 Diné men and women proudly join the Navajo Nation Police force Sep 24 40 new cases, 31,928 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 24 Veterans join Navajo Nation Council to address critical shortfalls with the Veterans Administration Sep 24 $4 Million allocated for Navajo livestock owners for hay, grain, and feed assistance during pandemic Sep 23 45 new cases, 31,852 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Sep 23 Navajo Nation continues advocating for water and power for Navajo families residing in the Westwater Subdivision Sep 22 52 new cases, 31,853 recoveries, and five more deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 22 Navajo Nation Council hosts meeting with United States Justice Department and Federal Partners to fund Prosecutors Office Sep 22 Council Delegate Kee Allen Begay, Jr. continues advocating for Veterans, Gold and Blue Star Families Sep 22 President Nez offers support for the introduction of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Amendments of 2021 Sep 21 36 new cases, 31,842 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 36 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Sep 20 17 new cases and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 19 18 new cases, 31,735 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 18 63 new cases, 31,702 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Sep 17 Speaker Damon and Council Delegates welcome Diné Sáanii for Justice Advocates to the Capitol Sep 17 55 new cases, 31,653 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 17 Kayenta community breaks ground on new wellness center Sep 16 President Nez and Cameron community discuss uranium mine clean-up efforts with the head of the U.S. EPA Sep 16 54 new cases, 31,622 recoveries, and two recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 15 45 new cases, 31,574 recoveries, and five recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 14 50 new cases, 31,579 recoveries, and two recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 14 6 new cases, 31,524 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 35 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Sep 13 New Mexico Congresswoman discusses Chaco Canyon National Historical Park with Eastern Agency Council Delegates Sep 12 Elders to receive new senior center in Nazlini with finalization of grant agreement Sep 12 35 new cases, 31,473 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 11 42 new cases, 31,423 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Sep 11 The Navajo Nation Council Congratulates Miss Navajo Nation Niagara Rockbridge in her New Role as Goodwill Ambassador Sep 11 Niagara Rockbridge crowned Miss Navajo Nation 2021-2022 Sep 10 President Nez finalizes agreement for Dilkon residents to receive long-awaited power line extensions Sep 10 Navajo Nation Council Congratulates New Interior Department Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Bryan Newland Sep 09 President Nez meets with the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency Sep 09 46 new cases, 31,308 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Sep 08 45 new cases, 31,271 recoveries, and three recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 07 35 new cases, 31,248 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 38 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Sep 06 19 new cases, 31,200 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 05 46 new cases, 31,159 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 05 Tonalea families to receive long-awaited power line extensions with signing of agreement by President Nez Sep 04 53 new cases, 31,115 recoveries, and seven more deaths related to COVID-19 Sep 04 Navajo leaders recognize “Navajo Nation Suicide Prevention Week” Sep 03 74 new cases, 31,000 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Sep 03 BIA Regional Director Meets with Navajo Nation Council Sep 03 Manuelito residents and leaders celebrate the completion of new bridge and road repairs Sep 03 Completion of New Bridge Offers Safe Travel for Tsé Sí Aní Community Sep 03 Chapter Official’s Stipend Shortfalls a Concern for Navajo Nation Council Sep 02 55 new cases, 30,940 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19, public health officials caution public about Labor Day travel Sep 01 49 new cases, 30,919 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Sep 01 Construction of new bridge provides safe route for Tsé Si áni community Sep 01 Navajo leaders encourage residents to plan, prepare, and care for elders with “Navajo Nation Preparedness Month” proclamation Aug 31 54 new cases, 30,902 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 31 President Nez and Vice President Lizer meet with new Navajo Area BIA Regional Director Gregory Mehojah Aug 31 Navajo Nation Department of Emergency Management issues weather warning for anticipated heavy rainfall Aug 30 17 new cases, 30,857 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 36 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Aug 30 Navajo Nation Department of Personnel Management to host job fairs in September Aug 29 24 new cases, 30,800 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 28 35 new cases, 30,757 recoveries, and three more deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 27 38 new cases, 30,703 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 27 16th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation Aug 26 55 new cases, 30,633 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Aug 25 57 new cases, 30,608 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Aug 24 37 new cases, 30,591 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Aug 23 24 new cases, 30,539 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 36 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Aug 23 Navajo Nation meets with Red Lake Nation on Criminal Justice Complex Aug 22 August 2021 School Board Apportionment Plan (Plan 6) Public Hearings Aug 22 33 new cases, 30,435 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, vaccine mandate issued for Navajo Nation employees Aug 21 46 new cases, 30,435 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 20 24 new cases, 30,388 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Aug 19 President Nez welcomes U.S. Secretary of Energy Granholm to the Navajo Nation to discuss renewable energy Aug 19 80 new cases, 30,342 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 18 New Lukachukai Community School facilities scheduled for completion in June 2022 Aug 18 60 new cases, 30,330 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 18 Diné Bizaad Revitalization on the Navajo Nation Aug 17 33 new cases, 30,295 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, 28 communities identified with uncontrolled spread Aug 17 Broadband Buildout Plans for the Navajo Nation Aug 16 7 new cases, 30,227 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 16 President Nez welcomes Utah Lt. Governor Henderson to the Navajo Nation Aug 16 President Nez orders flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of late former Navajo Nation President Kelsey Begaye Aug 15 THE 24TH NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL OFFERS PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY OF FORMER NAVAJO NATION LEADER KELSEY BEGAYE Aug 15 37 new cases and one more death related to COVID-19 reported Aug 14 President Nez and Vice President Lizer offer condolences to the family of former Navajo Nation President Kelsey Begaye Aug 14 62 new cases and two more deaths related to COVID-19 reported Aug 14 Navajo Nation honors Diné warriors and the importance of Diné Bizaad on Navajo Code Talker Day Aug 13 67 new cases and one more death related to COVID-19 reported Aug 13 Elderly Diné residents say their “prayers have been answered” with the start of N71 road improvements in Birdsprings Aug 12 39 new cases, 30,078 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 12 Resources and Development Committee Continues Oversight Budget Hearings Aug 12 Navajo Code Talkers Honored in Flag Raising Dedication in Virginia Aug 12 Navajo Nation to return to “Orange Status” starting on Monday due to the increase in COVID-19 cases Aug 12 Law and Order Committee Concludes Oversight Budget Hearings Aug 12 Reports on Unfavorable Fixed Costs Reviewed by Budget and Finance Committee Aug 12 Many Farms Looking to Capture Rainwater for Agriculture Use Aug 12 Navajo Leadership Meets with Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox Aug 11 49 new cases, 30,062 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19, Navajo Nation to return to “Orange Status” restrictions Aug 10 16 new cases, 30,055 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Aug 10 Applications for SY 2021-2022 Navajo School Clothing and Supplies Available October 4, 2021 Aug 09 15 new cases, 30,038 recoveries, and six more deaths related to COVID-19 as Navajo DOH identifies 19 communities with uncontrolled spread Aug 08 18 new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 reported Aug 07 46 new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 reported Aug 06 Approval of policy changes for the Navajo Veterans Housing Program will expand housing options Aug 06 42 new cases, 29,969 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 05 Online application for CARES Act LIHEAP Now Available Aug 05 Local elders celebrate “a dream come true” with the approval of funding to pave roadways between Pinon and Hard Rock communities Aug 05 43 new cases, 29,954 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 04 34 new cases, 29,947 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, Navajo DOH reaffirms mask mandate and safer at home order Aug 03 President Nez advocates for funding of the Navajo Utah Water Rights Settlement in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Aug 03 Navajo Nation Child Care Centers Reopening in Phases Aug 03 28 new cases, 29,937 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as Navajo DOH identifies nine communities with uncontrolled spread Aug 03 Navajo Nation establishes the Fiscal Recovery Fund and the expenditure process for the American Rescue Plan Act Aug 02 9 new cases, 29,925 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Aug 02 President Nez approves $2 million appropriation for the expansion of the Cañoncito Band of Navajos Health Center Aug 02 Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and memory of World War II Army and POW veteran Thomas Lynch, Jr. Aug 02 President Nez continues to push for federal policy changes to advance infrastructure development on the Navajo Nation Aug 01 10 new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jul 31 25 new cases and three more deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jul 31 Christmas in July at Cornfields Chapter Jul 30 Application process reopens for the final phase of the CARES Act Hardship Program, deadline set for the end of September Jul 30 26 new cases, 29,882 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 30 Vice President Lizer encourages parents to invest in children's educational ambitions Jul 30 President Nez and Vice President Lizer congratulate newly-appointed IHS Chief Medical Officer Dr. Loretta Christensen Jul 30 Department of Diné Education Works to Reauthorize Navajo Schools Jul 29 Department of the Interior Listens to Concerns of the Navajo People Jul 29 $450,000 Settlement agreement between the Federal Trade Commission and Tate’s Auto Group Jul 29 13 new cases, 29,867 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Jul 28 Navajo leaders discuss Chaco Canyon, public safety, and land issues with Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Bryan Newland Jul 28 President Nez commends Emergency Management officials, CHR’s, Chapter officials, and others for providing relief to elders in flooded areas Jul 28 14 new cases, 29,859 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 28 President Nez urges all schools to submit School Reopening Plans to the Department of Diné Education Jul 27 NDOT crews continue to clear roadways to make routes passable and accessible Jul 27 15 new cases, 29,844 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Jul 27 President Nez provides testimony about water and sanitation before the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Jul 26 President Nez congratulates Navajo Technical University Master of Arts in Diné Culture, Language, and Leadership graduates Jul 26 8 new cases, 29,817 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 25 Construction of hogan-style home prototype proceeds to help address housing challenges Jul 25 NDOT crews continue to respond to road repair needs caused by heavy rainfall Jul 25 6 new cases and four more deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jul 24 12 new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jul 23 11 new cases, 29,785 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 23 Navajo Nation Council Amends Veteran’s Trust Fund Jul 23 President Nez and Navajo Police Chief Francisco meets with the family of Ella Mae Begay Jul 22 24th Navajo Nation Council Unanimously Approves Funding for Phase One of the Western Navajo Water Pipeline Jul 22 President Nez and Utah Lt. Governor Henderson visit Westwater Subdivision residents and the Gentle Ironhawk Shelter Jul 22 27 new cases, 29,775 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Jul 21 The Navajo Nation Fiscal Recovery Fund Approved Jul 21 Proposed Treaty Between Cherokee Nation and Navajo Nation Jul 21 21 new cases, 29,759 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 21 Office of Miss Navajo Nation announces contestants for the 69th Annual Miss Navajo Nation Pageant Jul 20 17 new cases, 29,759 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as the CDC reports that the Delta variant accounts for 80% of new cases Jul 20 Council Delegate Amber Kanazbah Crotty Honors the Victims of Boarding Schools Jul 19 President Nez and Vice President Lizer deliver the State of the Navajo Nation Address Jul 19 6 new cases, 29,741 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 18 30 new cases and two more deaths related to COVID-19 reported for Saturday and Sunday combined Jul 16 President Nez finalizes business site leases for Navajo business owners, LeChee and Shonto Chapters highlight American Rescue Plan Act priorities Jul 16 6 new cases, 29,694 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 15 President Nez and Delegate Slater advocate for transportation system improvements and policy changes with U.S. Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Jul 15 Historical partnership allows Gentle Ironhawk Shelter to resume operations under the Utah Navajo Health System Jul 15 22 new cases, 29,682 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Jul 15 New Mexico Indian Affairs Department Meets with Various New Mexico Chapters Jul 15 Chinle Chapter Receives Award for Floodplain Management Plan Jul 14 16 new cases, 29,674 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Jul 13 Crownpoint Chapter and summer youth workers celebrate the delivery of new heavy equipment Jul 13 6 new cases, 29,666 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 12 Council Delegate Eugenia Charles-Newton Witnesses Navajo Children Receiving Nike Shoes Jul 12 Low Water Supply Prompts NTUA to Cut Off Water Allocations to Several Chapters Jul 12 4 new cases, 29,660 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 12 Online town hall scheduled for Monday evening to provide information about the second phase of the CARES Act Hardship Program Jul 11 2 new cases and three more deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jul 11 Job fairs scheduled to hire temporary workers and summer students to assist with the second phase of the CARES Act Hardship Program Jul 10 13 new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jul 09 Senator Heinrich Discusses ARPA Funds Update and Priorities with the 24th Navajo Nation Council Jul 09 14 new cases, 29,644 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Jul 08 24 new cases, 29,645 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, increase in infections is due to residents traveling off the Navajo Nation Jul 07 Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of U.S. Army Private Marriah Pouncy_all Jul 07 8 new cases, 29,642 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 07 Delegate Kee Allen Begay Jr. Meets with U.S. Senator Kelly and Other Congressional Delegations in Washington D.C. Jul 07 Navajo Department of Health declares “Yellow Status” for schools, issues guidelines for youth programs, and allows parks to welcome visitors and tourists Jul 07 Nez-Lizer to host online town hall for the Child Tax Credit Jul 06 Council Delegate Herman M. Daniels and Paul Begay Join Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez in the Signing of Legislation 0104-21 Jul 06 7 new cases, 29,639 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jul 06 President Nez approves resolution allowing parks and roads to reopen to visitors under capacity limits and safety protocols Jul 05 11 new cases and one more death related to COVID-19 in last two days Jul 03 5 new cases and two more deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jul 03 Division of Community Development Requests $1.9 Million for Plan of Operations Jul 02 President Nez approves funding for final phase of CARES Act Hardship Program for remaining applicants and enrolled members Jul 02 Budget & Finance Committee Approves the Three Branch Chief’s Recommendation for the Fiscal Year 2022 General Fund Jul 02 3 new cases, 29,617 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, Navajo Nation residents urged to take precautions during holiday weekend Jul 02 Navajo Leadership Embraces “Naabik’íyáti’” with U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján Jul 01 Drive-up fireworks events scheduled as Navajo Nation residents urged to stay local for the Fourth of July holiday weekend due to Delta variant Jul 01 Navajo leaders discuss Navajo Indian Irrigation Project and Chaco Canyon issues with U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján Jul 01 4 new cases, 29,616 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 30 6 new cases, 29,615 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 30 Navajo Nation Human Rights Commissioner Steven Darden awarded Henry Luce Foundation and Frist Nations Development Institute’s Luce Indigenous Knowledge Fellowship Jun 30 President Nez joins First Lady Biden and Second Gentleman Emhoff to encourage more people to get vaccinated for COVID-19 Jun 29 3 new cases, 29,615 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 23 Delegate Nathaniel Brown Bestowed as a Naat’áanii Honoree at Diné Pride’s Closing Ceremony Jun 23 2 new cases, 29,582 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 23 Tribal Infrastructure Fund Board Awards Six Navajo Nation Chapters Infrastructure Grants Jun 22 Navajo Nation’s Colorado Ranches Submit Budget Proposal Requests to Budget & Finance and Resources & Development Committees Jun 22 5 new cases, 29,581 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Jun 22 Navajo Nation leaders commend Interior Secretary Haaland’s initiative to investigate federal boarding schools Jun 22 Navajo Nation Days of Prayer to be observed from June 25 – 27, 2021 Jun 21 New enforcement provisions and more funding for resources requested to help Animal Control Officers prevent dog attacks Jun 21 0 new cases, 29,566 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 20 1 new case and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jun 19 6 new cases and three more deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jun 18 Navajo Nation Office of the Speaker Recognizes Juneteenth as a National Holiday Jun 18 Speaker Seth Damon and Delegate Nathaniel Brown Reaffirm Diné Pride Week with Second Annual Proclamation Signing Jun 18 Council Delegate Kee Allen Begay Jr. Seeks Solutions for Farmers Admidst Drought Conditions and the Projected Depletion of Many Farms Lake Jun 18 11 new cases, 29,559 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 18 Delegate Charlaine Tso Urges the Public to Assist NPD in the Search For Ella Mae Begay Jun 18 President Nez requests special session to consider reopening roads for visitors to allow parks to reopen at 50% capacity Jun 17 12 new cases, 29,555 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Jun 17 Navajo Nation disappointed in lack of Native Americans selected for New Mexico Citizen Redistricting Committee Jun 16 3 new cases, 29,554 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Jun 15 5 new cases, 29,549 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as the CDC designates the Delta strain as a “variant of concern” Jun 15 Historic Vote McKinley County Commission Board Approves new prescient boundaries for McKinley County, New Mexico Jun 15 NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL VOTE TO REOPEN NAVAJO TRIBAL PARKS Jun 14 1 new case, 29,533 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 13 2 new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jun 12 9 new cases and six more deaths related to COVID-19 reported Jun 11 Local Navajo leaders prioritize infrastructure projects to create long-term benefits using American Rescue Plan Act funds Jun 11 8 new cases, 29,518 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 11 President Nez and Vice President Lizer congratulate 325 Navajo Nation retirees for their dedication and service Jun 10 Online town hall for FEMA’s COVID-19 Burial Assistance Program to be held on Monday Jun 10 9 new cases, 29,518 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 09 11 new cases, 29,514 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Jun 08 0 new cases, 29,509 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 07 3 new cases, 29,509 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 06 7 new cases and one more death related to COVID-19 reported Jun 06 Online town hall for USDA Farm Service Agency debt relief program to be held on Monday Jun 05 7 new cases and one more death related to COVID-19 reported Jun 04 5 new cases, 29,489 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Jun 04 Delegate Eugene Tso Welcomes Navajo-Hopi Honor Riders in Window Rock Jun 03 Navajo-Hopi Land Commission receives update on the Forgotten People versus Navajo Nation Case Jun 03 13 new cases, 29,483 recoveries, and four more deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 03 Navajo Transit System receive 39 new hybrid buses to provide more transportation services and reduce emissions Jun 02 No new cases, 29,472 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 02 6 new cases, 29,483 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Jun 02 President Nez joins Kayenta Service Unit to recognize the service of frontline warriors during the COVID-19 pandemic Jun 01 0 new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 31 2 new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 31 Navajo Nation honors fallen warriors on Memorial Day May 31 Diné athlete Patterson Yazzie III to compete in the season premiere of “American Ninja Warrior” May 30 Two new cases and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 29 9 new cases and four more deaths related to COVID-19 May 29 Navajo Nation receives initial $1.8 billion allocation through the American Rescue Plan Act May 28 10 new cases, 29,454 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 28 June 2021 Navajo Nation Council sessions and Naabik’íyáti’ Committee work sessions May 27 Nez-Lizer Administration finalizes lease for Navajo-owned company to offer quality lumber supplies on the Navajo Nation May 27 LOC and RDC hear reports and discuss laws to address Navajo Nation feral dog population May 27 3 new cases, 29,436 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 26 RDC receives business and industrial development fund update report from the Division of Economic Development May 26 6 new cases, 29,424 recoveries, and four more deaths related to COVID-19 May 25 RDC and Speaker Damon request meeting state leadership to discuss Chaco Canyon National Heritage Monument Field Hearing May 25 6 new cases, 29,426 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 May 25 Commission on Navajo Government Development hears chapter improvement reports and votes to allow hybrid meeting options May 24 Nez-Lizer Administration meets with chapters regarding priorities for the American Rescue Plan Act May 24 Council applauds Department of the Interior approval of the 2021 Arizona Gaming Compact amendments and agreements May 24 2 new cases, 29,408 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 23 11 new cases, 29,383 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 May 22 12 new cases, 29,376 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 May 21 2 new cases, 29,361 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, new health order expands options for flea markets and roadside markets May 20 4 new cases, 29,361 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 20 President Nez pushes for new era in tribal roads and federal relations during meeting with White House officials May 20 Former Auditor General Elizabeth Begay to serve as Acting Controller May 19 Council Votes to remove Pearline Kirk as Controller of the Navajo Nation during Special Session May 19 9 new cases, 29,356 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 May 18 Council Delegate Thomas Walker Jr. Expresses Opposition to Two Guns Commercial Resort Proposal May 18 18 new cases, 29,353 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 May 18 Council hears report on irregularities with COVID-19 testing contract and deliberates emergency removal of Navajo Nation Controller Pearline Kirk during Special Session May 17 7 new cases, 29,343 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 17 Navajo Nation implements Stage 1 Fire Restrictions May 16 Navajo Nation recognizes the week of May 16 – 22 as “Navajo Nation Emergency Medical Service Week” May 16 7 new cases, 29,329 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 May 15 15 new cases, 29,302 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 May 14 12 new cases, 29,294 recoveries, and five more deaths related to COVID-19, mask mandate remains in place for the Navajo Nation May 13 14 new cases, 29,283 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 as health care facilities begin offering vaccines for adolescents May 11 20 new cases, 29,265 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, health care facilities will begin offering vaccines for adolescents this week May 11 Arizona Governor signs two voter suppression bills that disproportionately impact Navajo voters May 11 9 new cases, 29,261 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as Navajo Area IHS prepares to begin vaccinating 12-15 year old individuals May 10 Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission calls to postpone vote on Public Hearing adoption of Ordinance 2021-05, changing the zoning of Two Guns interchange May 10 30 combined new cases, 29,239 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 reported for Sunday and Monday May 10 U.S. Department of the Treasury announces timeline, funding formula, and requirements for tribes to receive American Rescue Plan Act funding May 10 Navajo Nation announces the Enhanced Retirement Program May 10 Navajo Nation recognizes Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week to honor active and fallen Navajo Police Officers May 08 12 new cases, 29,224 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 May 07 15 new cases, 29,225 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 as leaders urge families to celebrate Mother’s Day safely May 07 Navajo Nation approves Permanent Trust Fund Income five-year expenditure plan to help ensure financial stability and direct services May 07 Navajo Nation now has over 100,000 fully vaccinated individuals May 06 Rock Point community to receive funding for Route 8070 improvements May 06 Navajo Department of Health announces graduation and promotion guidelines for schools to implement to help protect against COVID-19 May 06 13 new cases, 29,213 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 06 Delegate Kee Allen Begay Jr. advocates for road and broadband projects with Arizona leaders May 05 Navajo Nation recognizes “Navajo Nation Nurses Appreciation Week” in honor and recognition of the contributions and sacrifices of nurses May 05 Navajo leaders recognize Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Awareness Day in honor and remembrance of lost loved ones May 05 7 new cases, 29,201 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 04 12 new cases, 16,606 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 May 04 May 2021 Navajo Nation Council sessions and Naabik’íyáti’ Committee work sessions May 04 Navajo Nation Council spotlights Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls national awareness day events May 03 3 new cases, 16,596 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as the Navajo Nation nears 100,000 people fully vaccinated May 03 FCC’s Emergency Broadband Benefit Program will begin on May 12 to provide low-income families with discounted broadband service May 03 President Nez and Vice President Lizer offer support for Salt Creek Fire residents and first responders May 02 Navajo Nation leaders honor and thank all educators with “Navajo Nation Teacher Appreciation Week” recognition May 02 6 new cases, 16,585 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 May 02 Week of May 2 – 8, 2021 recognized as “Navajo Nation Correctional Officers Week” May 01 6 new cases, 16,574 recoveries, and three more deaths related to COVID-19 May 01 Navajo Nation recognizes the month of May 2021 as “Navajo Nation Foster Care Awareness Month” May 01 Navajo leaders recognize the month of May as “Ntsáhakees Silah’igii Baa ‘Áhaya – Navajo Nation Mental Health Awareness Month” Apr 30 Navajo Nation leaders urge Arizona Governor to veto voter suppression bill Apr 30 9 new cases, 16,574 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 30 President Nez offers support for infrastructure projects related to the Navajo Utah Water Rights Settlement Act and rural road development Apr 29 Controller’s statements following financial management work session misdirect Apr 29 Judicial Branch fund approved by Navajo Nation Council with federal lawsuit award Apr 29 Navajo Nation Council approves 2022-2026 Permanent Fund 5-year income plan to directly address projected shortfalls Apr 29 6 new cases, 16,570 recoveries, and three recent deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 29 Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decision delivers significant victory for the Navajo Nation Apr 28 Office of the Controller must operate objectively, free of political influence Apr 28 15 new cases, 16,568 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as Navajo Area IHS reports that over 95,000 individuals are fully vaccinated Apr 28 First Lady Nez and Second Lady Lizer announce “Talking Trash” series focusing on illegal trash dumping on the Navajo Nation Apr 28 Navajo Nation opposes Arizona bills that would suppress Navajo voters Apr 27 0 new cases, 16,565 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 27 Navajo Nation BIE schools, Diné College, and NTU allocated nearly $205 million through the American Rescue Plan Act Apr 27 5 new cases, 16,524 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 26 Nez-Lizer Administration to meet with Chapters regarding the American Rescue Plan Act Apr 23 First Lady Biden concludes visit to the Navajo Nation with discussions with students, educators, parents, and health care workers Apr 23 31 new cases, 16,524 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 as Navajo Nation prepares to transition to “Yellow Status” on Monday Apr 22 Navajo leaders welcome First Lady Jill Biden to the Navajo Nation Apr 22 President Nez and Vice President Lizer congratulate U.S. Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs nominee Bryan Newland Apr 22 15 new cases, 16,522 recoveries, and no recent death related to COVID-19 Apr 21 Navajo Nation to welcome First Lady Jill Biden Apr 21 8 new cases, 16,522 recoveries, and one recent death related to COVID-19 Apr 21 Navajo Nation enrolled population increases to 399,494 thanks to Navajo CARES Act Hardship Assistance Program Apr 20 9 new cases, 16,515 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 20 Navajo Department of Health cautions public about Hantavirus as first case of the year confirmed Apr 19 4 new cases, 16,477 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 19 President Nez and Vice President Lizer deliver the State of the Navajo Nation Address Apr 18 7 new cases, 16,477 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 17 2 new cases, 16,477 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 reported for seventh consecutive day Apr 17 Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of former Diné lawmaker Nelson S. BeGaye Apr 16 13 new cases, 16,475 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19, California variant identified in Shiprock Service Unit Apr 15 Arizona-Tribal gaming compact amendments finalized extending compact duration up to 2048 and expanding scope of gaming Apr 15 20 new cases, 16,431 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 reported for fifth consecutive day Apr 15 Navajo Nation Office of the First Lady and Second Lady launches mobile app to provide resources for Navajo families Apr 15 The Commission on Navajo Government Development mourns the loss of Honorable Nelson S. BeGaye and, the Commission’s regular meeting has been postponed Apr 15 President Nez and Vice President Lizer offer condolences and prayers for the family of former Diné lawmaker Nelson S. BeGaye Apr 15 Navajo Nation Council in mourning following the passing of Honorable Nelson S. BeGaye Apr 14 10 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 14 President Nez voices support for President Biden’s FY 2022 budget request that includes increases for schools, IHS, and other priorities Apr 13 Tsídii To’í celebrates Síhásin Fund heavy equipment motor grader delivery under Nation-wide investment in local needs Apr 13 Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine paused on the Navajo Nation in accordance with CDC and FDA recommendations Apr 13 2 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 reported for third consecutive day Apr 13 President Nez meets with U.S. Transportation Secretary Buttigieg and proposes policy changes to improve Navajo Nation’s transportation system Apr 12 2 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 12 FEMA’s COVID-19 Funeral Assistance application now open to general public Apr 12 Navajo Nation partners with First Things First to recognize “Navajo Nation Week of the Young Child” Apr 12 Navajo Nation and the Office of the Arizona State Treasurer recognize the month of April as “Financial Literacy Month” Apr 12 Navajo Nation secures $14.9 million in Capital Outlay Funds with approval from New Mexico Governor Apr 11 10 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 11 Navajo Nation Council approves 2021 Arizona gaming compact amendments and agreements Apr 10 16 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and two more deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 09 26 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19, stay-at-home order reinstated for Navajo Nation residents Apr 09 President Nez cites COVID-19 variants for vetoing bill that sought to reopen Navajo Nation roads to visitors Apr 08 15 new cases, 16,430 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Apr 08 New Mexico Governor Signs HB-0178, Opening Doors of Opportunity for Students Seeking Substance Abuse Counseling Licensure Apr 07 President Nez calls for the protection of 1.9 million acres of land under the Bears Ears National Monument in meeting with Interior Secretary Haaland Apr 07 16 new cases, 16,425 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 07 Navajo Nation’s renewable energy future takes step forward with 70-megawatt emissions-free energy project in Red Mesa community Apr 06 Navajo Nation finalizes lease for 200 MW emissions-free solar energy development project in the community of Cameron Apr 06 3 new cases, 16,425 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Apr 06 Shonto community breaks ground on new hotel to support tourism corridor, jobs, and revenue Apr 06 Navajo leaders recognize signing of New Mexico law ending Impact Aid credits in public education funding rules Apr 06 Navajo Nation confirms first case of the B.1.429 variant first identified in the state of California, health officials urge more residents to get vaccinated Apr 06 Navajo Nation recognizes National Public Health Week in honor and appreciation of health care workers Apr 05 6 new cases, 16,423 recoveries, and no recent deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 05 President Nez joins New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham for the signing of Impact Aid bill to support tribal schools Apr 04 7 new cases, 16,423 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Apr 03 18 new cases, 16,423 recoveries, and four more deaths related to COVID-19 Apr 03 Office of the Controller successfully manages CARES Act funding, gearing up for second round of funding from the American Rescue Plan Apr 02 17 new cases, 16,421 recoveries, and one more death related to COVID-19 Apr 02 April 2021 Navajo Nation Council sessions and Naabik’íyáti’ Committee work sessions Apr 01 5 new cases, 16,398 recoveries, and five more deaths related to COVID-19, weekend vaccination events continue Apr 01 Navajo Criminal Investigations supplemental appropriation gains approval from Law and Order Committee Apr 01 Hay, grain, livestock feed assistance approved by Resources and Development Committee for $4 million Apr 01 Navajo Nation recognizes the month of April as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month” acknowledging victims, survivors, and advocates News ARCHIVE 2021 January February March 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 More Navajo News: Navajo Nation Government Related Announcements Office of the President / Vice-President News Releases Office of the Speaker News Releases Washington Office News Releases Upcoming Events Nov 11th Annual - 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