The Sac and Fox Nation Receives First American Rescue Plan Allocation

The Sac and Fox Nation Receives First American Rescue Plan Allocation

The Sac and Fox Nation Business Committee announces the receipt of a deposit in the amount of $20,444,306.94 on May 20th, 2021. According to the United States Department of the Treasury, this is the first of two installments that will be allocated to the Sac and Fox Nation. The second allocation amount has yet to be disclosed to the Nation. The U.S. Treasury has issued some guidance and FAQs regarding eligible uses of American Rescue Plan allocations. This information may be found here: https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/coronavirus/assistance-for-state-local-and-tribal-governments/state-and-local-fiscal-recovery-fund/tribal-governments

“American Rescue Plan updates will be provided as the Business Committee receives the information. We look forward to hearing ideas from Tribal Members in the coming days and anticipate a meaningful discussion at our  upcoming Governing Council.” – Principal Chief Justin Wood