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  • Temporary Food Assistance Program
    News Releases

    Choctaw Nation Statement on Federal Government Reopening, Continuation of Food Program

    Choctaw Nation continues food aid amid SNAP funding delays, offering eligible members a one-time $150 benefit through Nov. 14 via the Chahta Achvffa portal.

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  • Jerry McKinney of District 3 (Smithville), and Mary Aaron of District 2 (Broken Bow)
    News Releases

    Choctaw Nation Honors Outstanding Elders for Dedication and Service

    Both individuals exemplify the core values of faith, family, and culture through their lifelong commitment to serving others and strengthening their communities.

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  • A new sculpture honoring the World War I Choctaw Code Talkers is dedicated today at the Choctaw Cultural Center. Unveiling the bronze are, from left, Nuchi Nashoba, President of the Choctaw Code Talkers Association; Assistant Chief Jack Austin Jr.; artist Jane Semple Umstead; and Chief Gary Batton
    Chief's Blog

    Chahta Tvshka’s Path has Led to Tribal Prominence

    The Chief speaks about the importance and sacrifice of our Veterans and why we must honor our brave men and women of the military.

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  • A person holding their phone, scrolling through information.
    Posts

    Choctaw Nation is Providing the Tools to Help Residents Monitor Outdoor Air Quality

    Making it easier for residents to stay informed about air quality: air quality dashboard and an Air Quality Flag Program.

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  • Haiyowvni Choctaw living among the Caddo in East Texas
    Iti Fabvssa

    The History of Choctaws in Texas

    Many Choctaw people who moved to East Texas were looking for a peaceful way of life where they could continue to live freely, without the pressures of colonization. However, the first Choctaw encounters in the region were not marked by peace, but by violence.

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  • Temporary Food Assistance Program
    Chief's Blog, Videos

    Chief Batton discusses the Temporary Food Assistance Program

    Chief Gary Batton shares how the Choctaw Nation is helping Tribal members affected by the federal SNAP disruption through emergency food assistance.

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  • Assistant Chief Austin and Chief Batton
    Executive Communications, Videos

    Chief Batton and Assistant Chief Austin talk about Native November at Choctaw

    Chief Batton and Assistant Chief Austin talk about the upcoming Native November activities within the Choctaw Nation.

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