Native American Connectivity Act

The Native American Connectivity Act (S. 535) would establish a competitive block grant program within the Department of Commerce to expand high-speed internet and telecommunications infrastructure in tribal communities. These grants would fund the physical construction of telecommunications facilities and support training programs to help tribal members maintain and manage new technology. For citizens in these areas, the bill aims to improve access to essential digital services, create local jobs in the information technology sector, and provide educational assistance for students pursuing careers in telecommunications.