The IRS did better than expected getting refunds out to taxpayers during the 2026 tax season despite massive cuts to its workforce.
"It means validity as a tribe."
The Lumbee Tribe was first recognized by Congress in 1956, but the legislation didn't include federal benefits.
After a disruptive U.S. government shutdown, federal SNAP food assistance is again flowing to low-income households. But in the months ahead, many participants will have to abide by new work requirements.
The longest federal government shutdown in history is now history, and agencies and services are starting to slowly come back to normal.
"I think it's a great time to start this assessment."