April 10-11, 2008
The Albuquerque Marriott
Albuquerque, N.M.
Federal institutions actively shape many aspects of modern Indian identity in a variety of ways, such as defining tribal actions as "governmental" or "commercial" in nature or by connecting tribal jurisdiction with the extent to which tribal institutions mirror the practices of non-Indian institutions. The 2008 Federal Bar Association Indian Law Conference will examine these issues through discussions on tribal finance, labor concerns in Indian Country, tribal courts, Indian energy policy, and the future of plenary power in the legislative arena, for example, recognition of Native Hawaiians. On the other hand, federal inaction also shapes Indian identity and impacts how tribal people define themselves. In that vein, the 2008 Conference will offer discussions on the loss of traditional homelands due to rapid climate change impacts on Alaskan Native lands and on tribal fisheries, as well as international efforts on behalf of indigenous peoples, including analysis of the adoption of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
The Conference also will feature a historical review of major Indian law decisions and legislation, "The Federal Government Giveth and It Taketh Away," marking the 30th, 40th, and 100th anniversaries (Oliphant, Santa Clara Pueblo, Wheeler, ICWA, ICRA, IGRA, Winters), as well as forecasts for the continuing future impact of the doctrines they espouse. A Conference ethics panel will address ethical issues surrounding lobbying and federal legislative efforts impacting Indian tribes.
Holland & Hart attorney Jennifer Harvey Weddle will serve as the Lead Conference Chair for the 2008 Federal Bar Association Indian Law Conference.
Earn 12 hours of CLE credit.
Click hereto view the conference brochure. Included in the brochure are a detailed agenda for both days and a registration form.
Click here to register online at the Federal Bar Association website.