2025

The Arizona Commerce Authority’s State Broadband Office is seeking comment on a draft

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The U.S. Department of Education (ED) will conduct a Tribal Consultation on Fiscal Year 2026 grantmaking priorities for the Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE) and the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE).

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking comments on a new

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently released Internet Access Services: Status as of June 20, 2024, estimating 549 million internet connections nationwide with breakdowns by technology type, speed, and state or territory.

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On June 6, 2025, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) issued a policy notice amending the Broadband Equity, Access, and Development (BEAD) program requirements.

While the NTIA describes this as a “restructuring,” the amendment significantly departs from the program’s original requirements.

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For Tribal Nations, the rise of AI represents a critical juncture. This technology holds potential to expand resources and enhance access across key industries such as healthcare, law and finance. With intentional policy frameworks and proactive Tribal governance, AI could strengthen self-determination and sovereignty.

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On Tuesday, July 15 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

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