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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: NTIA Issues Press Release Announcing Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program Reforms

November 25, 2025  /  Morgan Gray

The National Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA) issued a new press release on November 12, 2025 announcing reforms to the…

Broadband  Tribal Digital Sovereignty  Spectrum Sovereignty

Report

Tribal Digital Sovereignty Guidebook

October 30, 2025  /  

This guidebook is designed to provide a strong foundation for understanding digital sovereignty and Tribal Nations in the United States. It…

Tribal Digital Sovereignty  Spectrum Sovereignty  Sovereignty  Broadband

Explainer

Explainer: Tribal Nations Criticize FCC’s Tribal Consultation Efforts on Proposed NEPA and NHPA Rule Updates

October 7, 2025  /  Morgan Gray

Background On August 14, 2025, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) titled “Modernizing the…

Tribal Digital Sovereignty  Digital Divide  Indian Country

Fact Sheet

Fact Sheet: Bureau of Indian Affairs Publishes Framework for Processing Rights-of-Way Applications for Broadband Infrastructure Projects

October 6, 2025  /  Morgan Gray

On September 3, 2025 the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) issued a new National Policy Memorandum establishing a comprehensive framework for processing…

Broadband  Tribal Digital Sovereignty  Digital Divide  Indian Country

Explainer

AI in Federal Policy: Implications for Tribal Nations

September 10, 2025  /  Kennedy Satterfield

Federal policy and directive around artificial intelligence (AI) has shifted considerably in recent years. In 2023, President Biden issued  EO…

Tribal Digital Sovereignty  Digital Divide  Indian Country

Capacity Building

ILA Alumni Marcus Benally: Building Confidence and Connections Through Leadership

August 21, 2025  /  Kristen Talbert

The American Indian Policy Institute’s Indigenous Leadership Academy (ILA) continues to highlight the journeys of its alumni through the “Where Are…

ILA  Leadership  NDNLed  Indian Country  Sovereignty

Fact Sheet

New FCC Report on Internet Usage Excludes Tribal Data

August 5, 2025  /  Morgan Gray

Read the fact sheet to learn more. Summary:  The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently released Internet Access Services: Status as…

Tribal Digital Sovereignty  Spectrum Sovereignty  Sovereignty

Explainer

NTIA Updates BEAD Program Rules in New Policy Notice

August 5, 2025  /  Morgan Gray

On June 6, 2025, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) issued a policy notice amending the Broadband Equity, Access,…

Tribal Digital Sovereignty  Sovereignty  Spectrum Sovereignty

Explainer

Tribal Sovereignty in the Age of AI: Exploring Opportunities and Risks for Tribal Nations

July 25, 2025  /  Kennedy Satterfield

For Tribal Nations, the rise of AI represents a critical juncture. This technology holds potential to expand resources and enhance access across key…

Artificial Intelligence  Digital Divide  Tribal Digital Sovereignty  Innovation