The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law included funds to help improve tribal access to high-speed internet, and the state’s U.S. Senate delegation recently announced that some of that money will go to a southern Arizona tribe.
Although the legislation included funding for brick and mortar infrastructure such as roads and bridges, it also will help upgrade internet connections in rural communities.
The Tohono O’odham Nation will receive nearly half a million dollars to help plan and develop broadband coverage for the tribe, which is located in southern Arizona.
The program will also provide assistance for monthly internet bills for families that qualify.