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.
In rural Tribal communities across the United States, public radio is more than a source of news and entertainment; it's a lifeline.
Emile Eich (Diné) serves as the Senior Data Analyst at the American Indian Policy
Institute, where she focuses on data analytics and evaluation planning to support
Indigenous-led research, policy, and advocacy efforts. Her work is rooted in community
partnerships and a commitment to using data in ways that strengthens tribal self-
determination, supports digital sovereignty, and reflects Indigenous values and ways of
knowing.
Congress is actively working to finalize this year’s federal budget bill, referred to as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the Act). The Act reflects the Trump Administration’s budget and policy priorities for Fiscal Year 2025, including many related to wireless spectrum.