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Call to Action
Call to Action: The FCC seeks comments on the new 5G Rural Fund
The newly created 5G Fund for Rural America is meant to expand mobile 5G broadband into rural parts of the country. The 5G fund will utilize a reverse auction process to…
Explainer
NTIA Updates BEAD Program Rules in New Policy Notice
On June 6, 2025, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) issued a policy notice amending the Broadband Equity, Access, and Development (BEAD)…
Call to Action
Call To Action: FCC Seeks Comments on NEPA and NHPA Permitting Rules
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking comments on a new Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) titled “Modernizing the Commission’s National Environmental…
Fact Sheet
COVID-19: Information and Resources for Tribal Governments and Citizens
Wednesday, March 18, 2020 On March 17, 2020 the Native American Finance Officers Association (NAFOA), the National Indian Health Board (NIHB), and the National Congress of…
Fact Sheet
FAQ Guide: How to Read and Evaluate Education Policy
Understanding and navigating education policy is essential for all who engage in the educational sector, as these policies shape the experiences of students, educators, and…
Call to Action
Call To Action: FCC To Host Tribal Consultation Sessions and Tribal Workshop on Proposed Updates to NEPA Rules
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced two in-person Tribal consultation opportunities and a Tribal workshop regarding potential changes to its National…
Legislation
FCC Tribal Libraries E-Rate Pilot Program
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is now accepting applications for the Tribal Libraries E-Rate Pilot Program. This pilot program is designed to help new Tribal…
Call to Action
Call to Action: Department of Education to Host Tribal Consultation on Comprehensive Implementation of Executive Orders
The Office of Indian Education (OIE) will conduct a Tribal consultation session on Presidential Executive Orders related to public education that have been published since…
Explainer
FCC Broadband Map Challenges: Improving Tribal Broadband Data
On November 18, 2022, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released the pre-production draft of its new broadband availability map. This map gives an…
Explainer
The Affordable Connectivity Program: Sustaining Individuals and Tribal Networks
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) created in 2021 through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, assists qualifying households with their monthly internet bills…
Fact Sheet
Policy Snapshot: Key Developments in American Indian Education 2024
Read our recent infographic one-pager on American Indian Education. It offers a concise overview of significant legislative and policy advancements related to American Indian…
Explainer
Explainer: Tribal Nations Criticize FCC’s Tribal Consultation Efforts on Proposed NEPA and NHPA Rule Updates
Background On August 14, 2025, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) titled “Modernizing the Commission’s National…