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Chief Batton discusses the Temporary Food Assistance Program

Chief Gary Batton shares how the Choctaw Nation is helping Tribal members affected by the federal SNAP disruption through emergency food assistance.

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Together, We're More

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We are Native

But we are more than all of these things. We are Choctaw Proud.

Anyone can be Choctaw Proud. The Choctaw Proud are humble, appreciative people who value faith, family and culture. We honor the past, live in the present and look to the future. We are resilient people, overcoming adversity with grace and dignity. Those who are Choctaw Proud work hard to be successful and give back to their communities.

Choc Charleston

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Vision

Living out the Chahta spirit of faith, family and culture.
Asst. Chief Jack Austin, Jr. and Chief Gary Batton

Asst. Chief Jack Austin, Jr. and Chief Gary Batton

Mission

To the Choctaw proud, ours is the sovereign nation offering opportunities for growth and prosperity.

News

  • A new sculpture honoring the World War I Choctaw Code Talkers is dedicated today at the Choctaw Cultural Center. Unveiling the bronze are, from left, Nuchi Nashoba, President of the Choctaw Code Talkers Association; Assistant Chief Jack Austin Jr.; artist Jane Semple Umstead; and Chief Gary Batton
    Chief's Blog

    Chahta Tvshka’s Path has Led to Tribal Prominence

    The Chief speaks about the importance and sacrifice of our Veterans and why we must honor our brave men and women of the military.

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  • Veterans Day
    Posts

    Veterans Day Observance

    All Offices will be closed in observance of Veterans Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.

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  • A person holding their phone, scrolling through information.
    Posts

    Choctaw Nation is Providing the Tools to Help Residents Monitor Outdoor Air Quality

    Making it easier for residents to stay informed about air quality: air quality dashboard and an Air Quality Flag Program.

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  • Haiyowvni Choctaw living among the Caddo in East Texas
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    The History of Choctaws in Texas

    Many Choctaw people who moved to East Texas were looking for a peaceful way of life where they could continue to live freely, without the pressures of colonization. However, the first Choctaw encounters in the region were not marked by peace, but by violence.

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  • Temporary Food Assistance Program
    News Releases

    Choctaw Nation Launches Temporary Food Assistance Amid Federal SNAP Disruption

    The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is offering one-time $150 food assistance to eligible tribal members nationwide affected by the federal SNAP disruption.

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  • Assistant Chief Austin and Chief Batton
    Executive Communications, Videos

    Chief Batton and Assistant Chief Austin talk about Native November at Choctaw

    Chief Batton and Assistant Chief Austin talk about the upcoming Native November activities within the Choctaw Nation.

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  • Apprenticeship Graduation
    Chief's Blog, Videos

    Chief Batton talks about the Choctaw Language Apprenticeship Graduation

    Chief Batton speaks about the importance of Choctaw language speakers and how proud he is of the fact that the Nation now has 48 graduates of the program.

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