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Representative Crane is honored to represent over half of the Tribes in Arizona and has worked closely with Tribal communities to expand economic opportunity. He has introduced legislation to strengthen SBA outreach, supported multiple water‑rights settlements, advanced efforts to expand energy development, and helped strengthen partnerships between Tribal communities and federal administration officials.

He has also worked to secure increased investment in health care for Tribal veterans, supported grant applications for health care infrastructure, and introduced legislation to formally establish a reservation for the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe. Rep. Crane believes Tribal nations should have authority over the management of their lands and that the federal government must be a reliable partner. He values the strong relationships he has built with Tribal leaders and remains committed to protecting Tribal sovereignty.

June 24 2026

Rep. Crane’s Bipartisan Bill to Clean Up Abandoned Mines Advances in Committee

Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce held a legislative hearing on the bipartisan Legacy Mine Cleanup Act of 2025, legislation introduced by Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) to accelerate the cleanup of abandoned hardrock mines across the country. The bill would codify…

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June 23 2026

House Unanimously Passes Bill to Expand SBA Outreach to Tribal Entrepreneurs

This evening, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed the Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act. Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) is part of a bipartisan coalition seeking to codify the Office of Native American Affairs (ONAA) within the Small Business Administration (SBA) by adding…

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May 14 2026

Reps. Crane and Stanton Secure Passage of Amendment to Improve Care for Tribal Veterans

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously adopted an amendment introduced by Rep. Greg Stanton (D-AZ) and co-led by Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) to improve access to health care for Tribal veterans. The amendment passed as part of an en bloc package in the…

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May 13 2026

Rep. Crane Applauds Release of Federal Funding for Arizona Health Care and Tribal Infrastructure

Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced the release of federal grants for the Arizona Department of Emergency & Military Affairs, the Arizona Department of Health Services, Dignity Community Care, Dignity Health, the Havasupai Tribe, HonorHealth, and Valleywise Health. Rep. Eli…

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May 06 2026

Rep. Crane Joins Federal Agencies and Local Leaders to Advance Rural Priorities

Yesterday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) joined the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development at a Federal Partners Forum held in Prescott, Arizona. The event brought together local, state, and federal officials to address the unique challenges facing rural communities across Arizona. More…

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April 30 2026

Rep. Crane’s Amendment to Expedite White Sage Fire Recovery Unanimously Passes U.S. House

In response to the devastating White Sage Fire, which burned nearly 60,000 acres in Northern Arizona, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) introduced an amendment to expedite recovery efforts in the impacted areas. This morning, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously adopted his proposal…

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February 11 2026

House Committee on Small Businesses Advances Bill to Support Tribal Small Businesses

This morning, the House Committee on Small Business unanimously advanced the Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act. Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) is part of a bipartisan coalition seeking to codify the Office of Native American Affairs (ONAA) within the Small Business Administration (SBA) by adding…

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January 12 2026

Rep. Crane Introduces Legislation to Codify the Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement

On December 26, 2025, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) introduced H.R.6931, the Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act, to authorize the Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Agreement. Introduction of this bill builds momentum toward a long-term solution for water needs in rural Arizona. H.R.6931 would…

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