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The National Transportation in Indian Country Conference® (NTICC®) is the premier gathering of tribal transportation professionals in the United States. For one week each year, NTICC® brings together decision-makers, technical experts, and industry leaders to advance transportation infrastructure throughout Indian Country.
Our Mission
NTICC® provides essential professional development, technical training, and networking opportunities for tribal transportation professionals while fostering collaboration between tribes, federal partners, and industry providers.
2026 CONFERENCE TRACKS
NTICC offers a robust selection of learning sessions and conference tracks designed to support the professional development needs of transportation professionals working in Indian Country. Conference tracks for 2026 include:
Planning
Right-of-way, NEPA compliance, cultural resource management, and environmental review for Tribal transportation projects.
Transit
FTA Section 5311, fleet management, NTD reporting, and rural mobility solutions for Tribal communities.
Government & TTP 101
Tribal Transportation Program funding fundamentals, ISDEAA, FHWA reporting, and federal funding access.
Safety
TTPSF, SS4A, crash data analysis, road safety audits, and pedestrian and cyclist safety on Tribal roads.
Technology & Innovation
GIS, GPS, lidar, drones, ground-penetrating radar, AI applications, and emerging vehicle technology.
Project Development
Contract documents, workforce development, construction administration, and end-to-end project delivery.
Certifications & Hot Topics
OSHA 10, CPR/AED, CPS, drone pilot, FRA rail safety — plus the urgent issues defining the next authorization.
Road Management & Maintenance
Gravel road maintenance, pavement preservation, bridge and culvert repairs, and equipment management.
Beyond the classroom, attendees can take advantage of multiple hands-on training opportunities and experience the one-of-a-kind Heavy Equipment Roadeo and Roadeo Team Competition, both highlights of the conference.
700+ Attendees annually from tribes across all 50 states • 50+ Exhibitors and sponsors showcasing innovative solutions • 8 Conference Tracks covering Planning, Transit, Safety, Technology, Project Development, and more • Federal Agency Partnership with USDOT, FHWA, BIA, NHTSA, FTA, FRA, MARAD and FMCSA • Hands-on Training Sessions and Professional Certifications • Transit Bus Roadeo & Heavy Equipment Roadeo •
Join us in 2026
The Center for Tribal Transportation and the NTICC Planning Committee are proud to bring you the 2026 National Transportation in Indian Country Conference—a gathering dedicated to collaboration, learning, and strengthening transportation systems throughout Indian Country. We look forward to welcoming you!