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Welcome to the ASU American Indian Policy Institute's Official Blog. The purpose of this blog is to provide an immediate way to get vital information out to Tribal Nations, to provide a more interactive space for information to get out to those working with Native Nations and to provide a more personal space for stories related. This is an educational space. Therefore, all writing is done by AIPI staff, will be vetted by leadership, and will have links or documentation to support concepts, ideas, and topics. If you have any concerns or suggestions about the blog please contact us directly.

Fact Sheet

Fact Sheet: Summary of Congressional Oversight Hearing to “Examine Native Communities’ Priorities for the 119th Congress”

February 18, 2025 / Brooke Curleyhair

On February 12, 2025, the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs held an oversight hearing, Examining Native Communities' Priorities for the 119th…

Legislation Leadership

Fact Sheet

Policy Snapshot: Key Developments in American Indian Education 2024

January 7, 2025 / Brooke Curleyhair

Read our recent infographic one-pager on American Indian Education. It offers a concise overview of significant legislative and policy advancements…

Education Policy Boarding Schools Legislation Federal Register Notices

Fact Sheet

NTIA Announces Expanded Investment in Internet on Tribal Lands

December 18, 2024 / Mikaela Bledsoe Downes

On December 16, 2024, the Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) recommended that 44 tribal…

Broadband

Fact Sheet

FAQ Guide: How to Read and Evaluate Education Policy

October 23, 2024 / Brooke Curleyhair

Understanding and navigating education policy is essential for all who engage in the educational sector, as these policies shape the experiences of…

Education Policy

Broadband

Overview: Tribal Eligibility in the Digital Equity Act Grant Programs

August 28, 2024 / EJ John

Despite many advancements in broadband connectivity over the past three years, Native American communities still lack critical internet…

Broadband Digital Divide

Explainer

At the intersection of Law & Policy in Indian Education

July 23, 2024 / Brooke Curleyhair

Intro In the governance and regulation of society, law and policy play distinct yet essential roles. While both maintain order and guide behavior,…

Education Policy

Explainer

Unrelenting Litigation? The Supreme Court’s Overruling of Chevron in Loper Bright Enterprises & Relentless, Inc. and What’s Next for Tribes

July 8, 2024 / Tim Evans

The decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo. is just as impactful as the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, its ruling…

Indian Country Legislation Governance Sovereignty

Explainer

Policy Explainer: Digital Equity Act Programs Update

June 24, 2024 / EJ John

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Bipartisan Infrastructure Law or BIL) created several new programs to expand broadband access. The BIL…

Broadband Digital Divide Legislation

Legislation

Reauthorization of H.R. 7888 carries substantial implications for Tribal Sovereignty

April 17, 2024 / EJ John

Earlier this month, H.R. 7888 was introduced to reauthorize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 (FISA). This bill includes an amendment…

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