WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) is back up and running and it’s important for the public to know this was resolved by the Executive Branch. My administration had already taken action to restore these vital services, and we got it done along with Interim Controller, Alva R. Tom.
Now, it’s time for Council to fulfill their duty as legislators. They must pass legislation to fund Executive and Legislative Branch programs that are still operating with zero dollars. Without funding, we cannot fully provide the services our people rely on. This includes school clothing support for our youth and operations at Diné Youth facilities.
We’re also monitoring a major storm system expected this weekend. For months, I’ve requested funding for the Department of Emergency Management (DEM) so we can prepare for and respond to weather emergencies. Council has yet to act and without proper resources, our emergency response capacity will be limited.
Now it’s time for Council to fund critical programs and Emergency Management before the storms hit — our people can’t wait any longer.
This is not about politics. It’s about protecting and serving our people. I’m ready to sign any meaningful legislation that gets resources where they’re needed most.
Let’s come together, focus on solutions, and move our Nation forward. The time to act is now.
