Updated: October 06 2006
Bureau of Indian Affairs - DOI
Bureau of Indian Affairs
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) responsibility is the administration and management of 55.7 million acres of land held in trust by the United States for American Indians, Indian tribes, and Alaska Natives. There are 562 federal recognized tribal governments in the United States. Developing forestlands, leasing assets on these lands, directing agricultural programs, protecting water and land rights, developing and maintaining infrastructure and economic development are all part of the agency’s responsibility. In addition, the Bureau of Indian Affairs provides education services to approximately 48,000 Indian students.
Primary Address
Bureau of Indian Affairs - DOI
1849 C. St., NW
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: (202) 208-3710
Web: http://www.doi.gov/bureau-indian-affairs.html
Region(s) Served
- National