Indian Self-Determination

Objective

To enable Indian tribes to assume the management and operation of programs, functions, services, and activities (PFSA) for the delivery of health care to Indian people. To enter into a self- determination contract or contracts with Indian tribes or tribal organizations (T/TO) interested in transferring the responsibility for the administration and provision of health services from the government to tribal leadership.

Who Can Apply

• Local (includes State-designated lndian Tribes, excludes institutions of higher education and hospitals
• Native American Organizations (includes lndian groups, cooperatives, corporations, partnerships, associations)

Any federally-recognized tribe that formally requests, through a governing body action, a resolution, to enter into a self-determination contract or contracts for the purpose of planning, conducting, and administering programs, or portions thereof, including construction programs, provided that the T/TO submits a contract proposal that conforms to the requirements contained in 25 CFR 900.8 may apply.

Who Benefits

• American Indian

Indian tribes will benefit.

Assistance Types

• Direct Payments for Specified Use

Program Contact

DGM@ihs.gov
(301) 443-5204.