CHEVY CHASE, Md., Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alliance for Indigenous Prosperity (AIP) , a new coalition committed to protecting economic opportunities for Tribal Nations and Indigenous enterprises, has officially launched. Formed in response to legislative proposals in Congress aimed at dismantling the U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) Program, the AIP seeks to safeguard this vital business development program that has long been a cornerstone of economic empowerment for small and disadvantaged businesses.Recent legislative efforts in both the Senate and House of Representatives, under the guise of "ending racism in federal contracting," threaten to eliminate set-asides within the SBA 8(a) Program. These proposed changes, along with ongoing litigation aimed at eroding small business participation in federal contracting, would have devastating consequences for indigenous businesses and communities that rely on these opportunities to thrive.To counter these efforts, the Alliance for Indigenous Prosperity brings together advocates, Tribal leaders, and industry experts to ensure the continued success of the SBA 8(a) Program and to reinforce the trust relationship between the Federal government and indigenous communities."The SBA 8(a) Program is not just a tool for federal contracting—it is a lifeline for economic sovereignty, innovation, and growth for indigenous enterprises," said Kevin J. Allis, President of Thunderbird Strategic and a key leader of the AIP

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