Our Mission
The mission of the Office of Trust Services (OTS) is to protect, develop, manage, and enhance Indian trust resources for the benefit of American Indian and Alaska Native peoples and expand economic opportunities through effective trust management that recognizes and supports Tribes' self-governance and self-determination.
Dear Summit Participants,
I extend my heartfelt thanks for your participation in the Indian Energy Resource Summit. Your contributions were invaluable to the success of the event and played a crucial role in fostering meaningful discussions around the future of Indian and Alaskan Native energy development.
It was a pleasure to have you share your insights and expertise with our attendees. Your perspectives greatly enriched our sessions and sparked engaging dialogues among participants. The knowledge exchange that took place during the summit is vital as we all work towards innovative solutions in the energy sector.
Thank you once again for your support and participation.
Sincerely,
Johnna Blackhair
Deputy Bureau Director
BIA Office of Trust Services
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Who We Serve
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Office of Trust Services (OTS) has offices nationwide, and assists Tribal governments and allottees in managing, protecting, and developing their trust lands and natural resources, which total 56 million surface acres and 60 million acres of subsurface mineral estates. OTS programs aid landowners in the stewardship of their cultural, spiritual, and traditional resources, and help Tribal governments create sustainable sources of revenue and jobs for their communities.
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About the Office of Trust Services
OTS carries out Indian Affairs' trust responsibilities to American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes and individuals and oversees all major activities associated with the management and protection of trust and restricted lands, natural resources, and real estate services.
Programs administered include real estate services; land titles and records; probate; natural resources; forestry and wildland fire management; irrigation and power; safety of dams; environmental services; tribal climate resilience; land consolidation; and geospatial services.
