More than 300 Tribal Nations were awarded access to the 2.5 GHz Tribal Priority spectrum, a historic opportunity for Tribes to take control of their digital future.
For many Nations, this spectrum is more than technology.
It is a sovereign asset. But today, that asset is at risk.
150 Tribal Nations face an FCC substantial service deadline of October 2026. If a functioning network is not deployed by then, those licenses could be permanently lost — and once they’re gone, they cannot be reclaimed.
This deadline is not just about compliance; it’s about protecting Tribal digital sovereignty.
Why the 2.5 GHz Spectrum Matters
The 2.5 GHz band allows Tribes to build and operate Tribal-owned broadband networks — giving Nations the ability to become the provider, not just the subscriber.
This means:
- Internet access for homes, schools, and community centers
- Expanded telehealth and elder care services
- Stronger emergency response and public safety
- Economic development and local job creation
- Cultural preservation and digital storytelling
In many rural areas, this spectrum can reach most households, making it one of the most practical tools available for Tribal connectivity.
For the first time, Tribes have a real opportunity to own the infrastructure that carries their data, their services, and their stories.
A Native-Led Path Forward
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to Tribal broadband. Every Nation has unique land, governance, and community needs.
That’s why IndigiTech was created — a Native-led division of Teltech dedicated to supporting Tribal Nations through collaboration, not one-size-fits-all solutions.
Our approach is simple: Build with Tribes, not for Tribes.
We help Nations move forward by supporting planning, engineering, deployment, workforce development, and long-term sustainability, always grounded in sovereignty and self-determination.
This Is a Defining Moment
Connectivity today touches nearly every part of life, education, healthcare, safety, governance, and economic opportunity.
The decisions made in the next two years will shape digital access for generations to come.
The window is still open. But it will not remain open forever.
Connectivity is Sovereignty.
Let’s protect it and build it together.
Connect with the IndigiTech team to learn how we can support your Nation from planning to deployment.
