Posts Tagged: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria

Tribal clash stalls CEQA consultation reform bill

Sky Rock Petroglyphs in Bishop California. Image by Bakstad.

by BRIAN JOSEPH & RICH EHISEN posted 04.27.2025

An intense dispute between federally- and non-federally recognized California Native American tribes over a bill intended to give tribal governments more control over development that encroaches on their sacred lands has convinced the author to pause the measure.

Questions dog new UC Board of Regents appointee

Gregory Sarris, image from Becoming Story YouTube book trailer

by BRIAN JOSEPH posted 10.03.2023

An esteemed author and scholar as well as a long-time tribal leader, Greg Sarris would seem to be a natural fit on the UC Board of Regents. But scratch below the surface and you’ll find that Sarris has led such a controversial life that he could face scrutiny when his appointment is reviewed sometime next year.