Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation

As part of her testimony, Vice Chairwoman Cluff called for the State Commission on Capitol Preservation and Restoration to include in its planning the removal of the statue of John Mason from its prominent position on the fa?ade of the State Capitol building. Mason led the attack at the Mystic Massacre in 1637, where hundreds of Pequot men, women, and children were burned alive or killed as they fled. His actions marked the beginning of what the 1638 Treaty of Hartford formalized as an attempt to eradicate the Pequot people through enslavement, exile, and cultural elimination. The Vice Chairwoman testified that that the Mason statue should be moved to the Old State House, where it can be part of an educational exhibit that tells the full story of his role in Connecticut history—including his leadership in the Mystic Massacre – and acknowledging the genocide that was attempted. MPTN is grateful for Senator Cathy Osten’s sponsorship of these bills, the work of GAE Committee in carefully considering these important matters, as well as House Democratic Majority Leader Jason Rojas and State Representative Geraldo Reyes for sponsoring HB 6040. Kutaputush (Thank you)!

Congratulations to Tribal Member Makayla Mora on winning the American Indigenous Business Leaders (AIBL) Elevator Pitch Competition at this year’s RES conference presented by the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED). ? Makayla presented an innovative business idea - an App that is designed to strengthen the connection between generations through the continuation of Native language. The App, available on any iPhone or Android, will increase awareness of Native culture but also ensure that valuable histories and traditions are passed down. It will serve as a bridge to preserve language, encouraging younger generations to embrace and carry forward the rich cultural heritage of their ancestors. The judges agreed, it is a fantastic business idea!

We are proud to announce our donation of Narcan (naloxone) kits to St. Vincent de Paul Place in Norwich, Connecticut. This important contribution reflects our ongoing commitment to public health and the well-being of our community. We are dedicated to supporting health initiatives that benefit everyone. Through continued collaboration and proactive measures, we aim to create a safer and healthier future for all.

LAST CALL! We are still looking for the last of our facilitators to apply to host workshops/discussion panels for our 10th anniversary event next month (4/12-4/13) at Fox Towers Celebrity Ballroom. Topics that our youth wish to be covered are provided in the application. We are looking for practitioners in various industries that provide professional and personal development, leadership advancement and career pathways that provide above livable wages. Fields like Finance, Blue & Green Careers, Technology (Ai, Computer Science), etc. *** This Friday 3/7/2025 is the deadline for applications *** Visit for details: https://turnupne.com/ and click the “Get Involved” button. #TURNUPRI Turns 10! First #TURNUPNE at Foxwoods Resort Casino Sponsored by Wondr Nation / Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Powered by The MUSE Foundation of Rhode Island, Inc x Center for Indigenous Peoples Rights If you see this, share this …

?? Key insights from Chairman Butler's testimony at the House Appropriations Committee! ?? Let's dive into the critical points that could shape our future.

At 9:30 am today, Chairman Butler will be testifying in Washington before the House Appropriations Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee on funding for American Indian/Alaska Native programs for FY 2026. The Subcommittee is holding three days of hearings to receive testimony from Tribes and Tribal Organizations on their proposed funding priorities. The House Appropriations Committee is chaired by Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), who is an enrolled member of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma. The House Appropriations Ranking Member is Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT). The Subcommittee that Chairman Butler will be testifying before is chaired by Rep. Mike Simpson (R-ID), and the ranking member is Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-ME). ? The Chairman’s testimony can be viewed at this link : https://lnkd.in/ecynNuMa

Thank you to Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Wonder Nation for your support as a Title Level Sponsor at AIBL’s National Business & Leadership Student Conference? Learn more about becoming a sponsor at https://lnkd.in/ghTqsjNF

Jared Baumgart - Senior Legal Counsel at the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Pequot Health Care, and I are attending the 4C Digital Health Annual Conference: From Insight to Impact ~ Challenging the Health Plan Status Quo. Looking forward to learning more and sharing with leaders that also believe in our mission and vision here at Pequot Health Care- Better Value Health??

This weekend, we joyfully celebrated an incredible milestone—33 wonderful years of Foxwoods! The gathering was filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories, as friends and family came together to honor this special occasion.

Last week Chairman Butler and Councilor Scott attended NCAI’s Executive Council Winter Session 2025 and the annual State of Indian Nations Address. The 2025 Executive Council Winter Session is the annual meeting of the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Executive Council and presented an opportunity for Tribal leaders from across the country to hear from members of Congress and the Administration during this critical time. The goal was to further the government-to-government relationship between Tribal Nations and the federal government. Photos: 1. Members of the NCAI Executive Board (including Chairman Butler as the Northeast Alternate Vice President) 2. Same 3. Councilor Scott and Chairman Butler on stage at NCAI 4. Same 5. Chairman Butler and Councilor Scott with Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM) 6. Chairman Butler with Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) 7. Same 8. Chairman Butler, USET Executive Director Kitcki Carroll, Stockbridge-Munsee President Shannon Holsey, Councilor Scott, NCAI Executive Director Larry Wright 9. Councilor Scott with Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI) 10. Councilor Scott and Chairman Butler with Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI) 11. Councilor Scott and Chairman Butler with Congresswoman Sharice Davids (D-KS) 12. Chairman Butler speaking on NCAI Treasury, Taxation & GWE update panel 13. Chairman Butler with new Secretary of Interior Doug Burgum 14. Councilor Scott and Chairman Butler with Tribal Cousin Samantha Gove, who is currently serving as the Rodney B. Lewis Resident on American Indian Law and Policy at the prestigious Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld law firm