The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is fully constitutional and remains in effect as of 2025, following the U.S. Supreme Court’s 7-2 decision in Haaland v. Brackeen which upheld its core provisions.
This landmark ruling confirmed that ICWA does not exceed Congressional authority and remains the “gold standard” for child welfare proceedings. For more information on our local compliance, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page. You can view the full legal opinion on the Supreme Court Website.