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.
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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.
California secures $1.8 billion for expansion of broadband access
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.
Four more states unlock millions in BEAD funding
Broadband access has become a critical resource for everyday life, akin to electricity or running water.
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
$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
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
Four states have completed process to unlock BEAD high-speed internet funding
Most recently, West Virginia secured $1.2 billion in BEAD funding, making it the largest beneficiary of the program so far
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
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
