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ICWA Faces Another Constitutional Challenge in Minnesota

3/6/2024

Indian Child Welfare Act Faces Another Constitutional Challenge in Minnesota

Nancy Marie Spears

A case before the Minnesota Court of Appeals revives a challenge to the Indian Child Welfare Act, as well as a local version of the law. 

What Happens When Foster Youth Want an Abortion — and What Could Soon Change?

7/28/2022

What Happens When Foster Youth Want an Abortion — and What Could Soon Change?

Michael Fitzgerald

A leading Massachusetts attorney for pregnant minors discusses confidential court hearings for youth seeking an abortion without parental consent.

With ICWA Under Threat, More States Shore Up Laws to Protect Native Families from Foster Care Separation

4/6/2022

With ICWA Under Threat, More States Shore Up Laws to Protect Native Families from Foster Care Separation

Nancy Marie Spears, Sara Tiano and Jeremy Loudenback

With the Indian Child Welfare Act facing a Supreme Court challenge, states have enacted their own versions to protect Indigenous families from separation.

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