Despite calling for an almost government-wide freeze on discretionary spending, President Obama has asked for a $4.4 billion increase for the Indian Health Service in Fiscal Year 2011, according to the National Indian Health Board.

According to the board's February 4th Washington Report, highlights of the proposed budget include:

• Clinical Services request of $3.2 billion, an 8% increase

• Contract Health Services request of $862 million, a 10% increase

• Contract Health Support Costs request of $444 million, a 10% increase

• Facilities Construction request of $445 million, a 11% increase

Tribal Services are one of REDW's fortes. We know the unique issues and opportunities tribes faced. If you need assistance in planning for potential budget increases in your tribal organization, please contact us today.