Washington will use the federal grants to support last mile infrastructure projects that expand broadband access, create economic opportunities and improve educational and healthcare access for residents in regions lacking reliable internet.
The program plans to support broadband internet access for 100,000 households, 35,000 small businesses and 4,000 locations that include public safety locations, schools and hospitals
These grants will advance broadband infrastructure buildout and improve underserved and unserved community access to reliable, high-speed broadband internet service.
The Kansas Office of Broadband Development is currently taking applications for projects to expand high-speed internet service across the Sunflower State.
These projects will connect over 3,300 locations to broadband internet along and develop a more resilient and digitally inclusive environment for residents and businesses.
In the digital age, reliable high-speed internet is a critical gateway for accessing online education, finding healthcare, and various avenues of economic advancement, including job searches.
In today's digital age, access to high-speed internet is crucial for accessing education, healthcare and various sources of economic mobility such as job applications.