Morigeau briefed National Press Foundation fellows in October 2024: Reporting Guide on Tribal Sovereignty.
Shane Morigeau is a member of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and grew up on the Flathead Indian Reservation. Morigeau earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Montana School of Forestry and Conservation in 2007, a J.D. from the University of Montana School of Law in 2010, and a master of laws from the University of Arizona in 2011.
His prior career experience at the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes includes working as a Tribal Prosecutor, General Legal Counsel, and as the Deputy Executive Officer, where he managed communications and public affairs.
Currently, Morigeau serves as the Public Affairs Officer and provides General Legal Counsel for CSKT. He has been a member of the Montana State Senate, representing District 48 since 2020, and is also a former member of the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 95 for two terms.
