FCC Releases Public Notice on Tribal Spectrum Access and Data

The Federal Communications Commission's Wireless Telecommunications Bureau and Office of Native Affairs and Policy seek comment on ways in which the FCC can improve its understanding of how and the extent to which Tribal Nations and the Native Hawaiian Community are able to access wireless spectrum today. This information will be used as the FCC develops and implements new and existing policy initiatives designed to increase broadband connectivity in Tribal communities. The FCC recognizes the long-standing connectivity challenges facing Tribal Nations and the Native Hawaiian Community and remains committed to addressing this digital divide. In order to assess current and future policy efforts relating to spectrum designed to achieve this goal, the FCC seeks additional information about how Tribal Nations and the Native Hawaiian Community are accessing spectrum, whether it be through direct licensing or other means.