Overview
Rocky Mountain Region: Committed to Stewardship and Tribal Sovereignty
The Rocky Mountain Region serves nine federally recognized tribes across Montana and Wyoming, encompassing more than 8.7 million acres of trust land and supporting approximately 74,677 enrolled tribal members. Our headquarters is located in Billings, Montana.
Our Commitment
We are dedicated to upholding the federal trust responsibility while empowering tribes to exercise self-governance and self-determination. Our mission is to strengthen government-to-government relationships and ensure that tribal nations have the tools and resources to manage their lands, assets, and programs according to their priorities.
Our Leadership
- Regional Director – Represents the Bureau of Indian Affairs and leads efforts to foster strong partnerships with tribal governments.
- Deputy Regional Director for Indian Services – Supports tribal sovereignty through programs that enhance governance, human services, housing, and infrastructure, including irrigation, transportation, and dam safety.
- Deputy Regional Director for Trust Services – Oversees stewardship of trust lands and resources, ensuring compliance with laws and best practices while safeguarding fiscal integrity.
What We Do
We work hand-in-hand with tribal governments, leaders, and organizations to:
- Promote Self-Governance – Supporting tribes in managing their own programs and services.
- Advance Self-Determination – Providing resources and technical assistance for tribes to shape their futures.
- Ensure Responsible Stewardship – Managing trust lands, resources, and Individual Indian Money (IIM) accounts in partnership with the Bureau of Trust Funds Administration.
- Build Strong Partnerships – Collaborating to protect tribal interests and strengthen communities.
