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Idaho Council on Indian Affairs holds hearing to discuss Medicaid, mental health

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BOISE, Idaho — The Idaho Council on Indian Affairs met on Wednesday at 3 p.m. at the Idaho State Capitol to discuss Medicaid, among other issues impacting tribes throughout the state.

The council, a state–tribal forum established under Idaho law to advise state government on tribal–state relations and monitor legislation affecting tribes, brings together state legislators and tribal representatives from Idaho’s five federally recognized tribes.

Wednesday's agenda included opening remarks by co-chairs Senator Phil Hart and Chief J. Allan, a Tribal leader update, as well as discussions on both Medicaid and mental health.

Watch the full meeting below:

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