BIA Keeps Tribal Power Apps Flowing Smoothly
Published Date: 3/19/2026
Notice
Summary
The Bureau of Indian Affairs wants to keep collecting info from folks applying for electric power services on tribal lands. They’re asking for public feedback by April 20, 2026, to make sure the process stays easy and clear. This renewal won’t cost extra but helps keep power applications smooth and paperwork light for everyone involved.
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You must fill an electric service form
If you are an Individual Indian or an Indian Tribe applying for electric power service on tribal lands, the Bureau of Indian Affairs will continue to require you to complete an Electric Power Service Application to get service. The form is required to obtain or retain the benefit, takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour per response, and the BIA estimates 1,315 annual respondents and a total annual burden of 665 hours with $0 in annual non-hour costs.
BIA will collect taxpayer ID for debt recovery
The Bureau will collect certain information, including taxpayer identification numbers, under the Debt Collection Improvement Act (31 U.S.C. 3701-3733) so the government can possibly recover delinquent debt in the future. This information collection is part of the Electric Power Service Application that applies to individuals and tribes who do business with the government.
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