Texas stands firm on satellite broadband commitment despite policy shifts
The Texas Broadband Development Office reaffirmed its commitment to launch a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Grant Program.
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Broadband expansion faces hurdles amid federal funding uncertainty
Despite these challenges, state legislatures are proactively seeking solutions.
Minnesota internet providers compete for $652M program to expand broadband access
Nearly 89,000 Minnesota homes and businesses could receive high-speed broadband service through the state’s BEAD allocation.
Washington’s high-speed Internet expansion draws over 300 funding applications
The state broadband office reported 307 applications in the first round of the state's $1.2 billion BEAD program funding opportunity.
Connecticut launches $144 million funding program to expand internet access
The funding will help to connect people across the state to reliable, high speed internet.
Application period opens for $272 million to expand internet access in Maine
The funding is the largest grant in Maine’s history for internet expansion.
Michigan opens applications for $1.5 billion internet expansion grants
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s Michigan High-Speed Internet Office will accept applications through April 9.
Virginia gets federal approval to use $1.48 billion for statewide broadband expansion
Virginia was the first state to complete the requirements to access federal BEAD grants.
Arizona commits over $1B to expand broadband access through ConnectAllAZ initiative
Arizona, in partnership with several public and private entities and federal and state agencies, will invest millions in grants to accomplish its mission: universal broadband for all.
Georgia to deploy $1.3 billion in grants to improve high-speed internet access
Successful applications include projects offering high-speed internet access that supports households with multiple users.
