#digital-equity

#digital-equity

California's BEAD Program aims to enhance high-speed internet access, providing $1.86 billion to unserved and underserved areas.

Eligibility for funding requires a 25% project match and adherence to specific criteria, emphasizing affordability and labor practices.

Bipartisan legislators urge swift approval of BEAD and DE programs to enhance broadband access.

Washington launches BEAD program with $1.2 billion for rural broadband, inviting applications by January 31, 2025.

Pennsylvania's broadband development efforts are active with 239 applications for $1.2 billion in funding to enhance broadband access across the state.

Montana became the first state to open its Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program application portal, demonstrating proactive leadership in broadband expansion.

Evan Feinman exited the BEAD Program due to changes favoring satellite internet over fiber connections, risking rural internet access.

The Austin Community Technology Commission approved budget recommendations to enhance digital equity, focusing on affordable devices, internet access, and skills training.

The NTIA has allocated over $369 million for digital skills and inclusion initiatives to bridge the digital divide.

The Texas Broadband Development Office has paused grants for the federal Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program citing uncertainty in future program guidance.

North Carolina has 20 years of broadband experience, empowering it to effectively utilize the $42.5 billion BEAD funding for rural broadband expansion.

Significant increases in broadband access among economically disadvantaged households have been observed, indicating progress in closing the digital divide.

Ten US states approved for Digital Equity Capacity Grant funding to improve internet access and digital skills.

Internet2 received a grant to enhance broadband access in Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Tribal libraries using the Toward Gigabit Libraries toolkit.

NTIA approved new funding to enhance digital equity in seven states, promoting affordable internet access and digital skills training.

Massachusetts announced $19 million in grants to improve digital equity and access across the state.

New York's ConnectALL initiative aims to expand broadband access and improve digital equity across the state.

Maine is developing a 536-mile fiber optic network called MOOSE Net to enhance broadband access and digital equity across the state.

Portland's existing IRNE network is underutilized, leading to high internet costs and limited access for residents.

NTIA has approved grants for digital equity initiatives in eight states and territories, enhancing access to high-speed internet for underserved communities.

NTIA approved grants for states to enhance digital equity and internet access through various programs.

Illinois receives $23.7 million for digital equity funding to enhance access to high-speed internet and digital literacy.

The NTIA is funding digital equity initiatives to enhance access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet and improve digital skills in communities.