Improved Internet Access for Native American Communities
This act aims to enhance high-speed internet access for Native American communities, including schools, libraries, and other vital locations. Citizens residing on tribal lands can anticipate better internet connectivity, facilitating education, work, and access to information. A pilot program and technical assistance are designed to support the development of necessary infrastructure.
Key points
A new pilot program will provide high-speed internet access to essential community-serving institutions on tribal lands, such as community centers and government buildings.
These institutions will be able to offer publicly available internet to students, teachers, librarians, and community members.
Financial and technical support is planned for tribes to help them utilize internet access support programs.
The act seeks to improve data on internet access in tribal areas and track progress in providing affordable internet for educational purposes.
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