On March 14, 2024, The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a
Call to Action
Spectrum is an essential natural resource because it is finite and has economic and public use, purpose, and benefit.
Tribal Nations have long advocated for their sovereign interests in natural resources like land and water. Tribes have also advocated for their sovereign interest in the air space above Tribal lands.
On March 2, 2023, the National Telecommunication and Information Administration (NTIA) published a request for written comments on upcoming digital equity program grants. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA) created several programs to improve broadband connectivity across the country.