BEAD program Archives

Minnesota deploys $52 million in federal grants to expand broadband internet access

The grants will support the efforts of Minnesota broadband providers to extend high-speed internet services in counties throughout the state.

Brady Pieper

California advancing two broadband internet expansion programs to bridge digital divide

These two broadband internet expansion programs that will bring reliable, affordable high-speed internet to unconnected Californians.

Keaton Peters

Four more states unlock millions in BEAD funding

Broadband access has become a critical resource for everyday life, akin to electricity or running water.

Pete Hahnloser

Colorado accepting applications for $826.5 million in BEAD funding

The BEAD program is one part of the “Internet for All” initiative, the goal of which is to provide affordable, reliable, high-speed internet service to every American.

Keaton Peters

More than half U.S. has completed BEAD approval process

35 states and territories have completed each phase of the approval process, unlocking funds to provide broadband internet service

Keaton Peters

$1 billion ‘digital equity’ funding available for advancing access to technology

Funding opportunity, part of the Digital Equity Act's $1.25 billion Competitive Grant Program

Keaton Peters

More state broadband internet access plans approved

In the two months, NTIA has greenlit final BEAD proposals from 10 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico

Strategic Partnerships

States, territories making progress on BEAD funding requirements

As of last month, all states have submitted both volumes for approval, and some are already working on the challenge process

Strategic Partnerships

North Carolina to receive $82 million to expand broadband access

Overall, state will receive about $3 billion in federal funds to connect all residents to affordable, reliable high-speed internet service

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