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Paving the Way: $71 Million Investment in Clean Energy for Tribal Homes

In a significant advancement toward sustainable development and energy self-sufficiency, the U.S. Department of the Interior has unveiled an impactful initiative: a $71 million investment aimed at electrifying tribal homes through clean energy sources. This measure, integral to President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, aims to equip tribal communities with modern energy solutions, markedly improving…

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Abenaki Identity in Vermont: An Ongoing Cultural Debate

In Burlington, Vermont, a dynamic dialogue continues at the University of Vermont, where engaged audiences come together to dissect and debate the complexities of Indigenous identity, focusing on the Abenaki tribes in the region. This discussion isn’t new; for many years, the legitimacy of Vermont’s four state-recognized Abenaki tribes has sparked intense debate and rigorous…

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$1B Available for Broadband Expansion on Tribal Lands

Five tribal communities were recently awarded a total of $146 million for broadband projects, marking the beginning of efforts to bridge the digital divide among Tribal Nations. The Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration has launched the second round of grant funding through the Internet for All initiative’s Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program. This…