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Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs

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Alabama Broadband Accessibility Fund: Grant program established by the Alabama Broadband Accessibility Act, recognizing that the availability of high-speed broadband services in unserved rural Alabama is important for economic development, education, health care and emergency services. Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) administers the fund which provides grant funding to expand broadband service in the state. This program is funding $20 million annually. For more information consult the website, email  broadband.fund@adeca.alabama.gov or (334) 242-5290.

Broadband Alabama Strategy

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

California Office of Broadband and Digital Literacy

California Advanced Services Fund (CASF): The California Advanced Services Fund provides grants to broadband service providers, public housing, broadband adoption entities, tribes, and regional consortia to help provide broadband infrastructure, service, and adoption in eligible areas.

California Teleconnect Fund (CTF) Program: The California Teleconnect Fund provides participating entities a 50 percent discount for to broadband and communication services from participating service providers.

The California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF): The California Emerging Technology Fund provides an information hotline for details about affordable Internet – 1-844-841-INFO (4636).

The California Advances Services Fund (CASF): The California Public Utilities Commission administers the California Advances Services Fund. The fund is allocated into multiple accounts:

Broadband Adoption Account: The Broadband Adoption Account provides $20 million in grants to increase publicly available or after school broadband access. Examples of grant uses include digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption.

Broadband Infrastructure Grant Account: The Broadband Infrastructure Grant Account is funded $560 million since 2008.

Rural and Urban Regional Broadband Consortia Grant Account: The CASF Consortia Grant Account funds grants to facilitate the deployment of broadband services by assisting infrastructure grant applicants in the project development or grant application process.

Line Extension Program: The Line Extension Program contains $5 million in grants to offset the costs of connecting to an existing or proposed facility-based broadband provide.

The Broadband Loan Loss Reserve Fund: The California Public Utilities Commission administers The Broadband Loan Loss Reserve Fund to fund the financing of the deployment of broadband infrastructure by a local government agency or nonprofit organization (Senate Bill 156, Public Utilities Code Section 281.2). The fund pays costs of debt issuance, obtaining credit enhancement, and establishing and funding of reserves for paying principal and interest on debt.

Broadband Action Plan 2020: California Broadband for All

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Alaska does not have an office dedicated to broadband activity.

Alaska does not have any broadband programs at this time.

School Broadband Assistance Grant: The Alaska State Legislature established the School Broadband Assistance Grant (BAG) in 2014 to assist schools to reach internet download speeds of 25 Mbps. The School Broadband Assistance Grant awarded $6.2 million in the 2020-21 school year.

The Alaska Broadband Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Broadband CORD Office coordinates territorial broadband activities. It is located within the American Samoa Department of Commerce.

American Samoa does not have any broadband programs at this time.

American Samoa does not have any funding for broadband at this time.

The American Samoa Territorial Broadband Strategy (ASTBS) was created by the American Samoa Government Department of Commerce and provides resources that address challenges in American Samoa’s digital economy.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Arizona Commerce Authority serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities.

Mobile Hotspot Donation Drive: The Arizona Commerce Authority and the Arizona Department of Education partnered to launch a Hotspot Donation Drive. The Hotspot Donation Drive launched to encourage private and public partners to donate unused or surplus of hotspot devices for students in need.

Arizona Rural Broadband Development Grant: The Arizona Rural Broadband Development Grant provides $3 million in taxpayer funding for eligible applicants with shovel-ready projects or broadband planning activities.

Arizona State Library and Technology Act Grant: The Arizona State Library and Technology Act Grant is administered by the Arizona State Library for the expansion of services for learning, including digital skills training and extending, upgrading, and assessing library wireless networks.

Arizona Statewide Broadband Strategic Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Arkansas Department of Commerce Broadband Office serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities.

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Arkansas Rural Connect Grant Program: The Arkansas Rural Connect Grant Program provides funding to assist in the deployment or improvement of broadband infrastructure into unserved or improvement to underserved communities.

Rural Broadband Grant: The State of Arkansas awards the Rural Broadband Grant. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Institute for Digital Health and Innovation manages the grant program. This grant provides eligible entities funds to cover the exorbitant costs for broadband development in rural communities across the state.

Arkansas State Broadband Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Colorado Broadband Office is within the Governor’s Office of Information Technology, pursuant to HB21-1289.

Kids Link Colorado Initiative: The Kids Link Colorado Initiative is a partnership with EducationSuperHighway, the Colorado Department of Education, and the Governor’s Office to ensure that school districts have access to scalable infrastructure, while every student and teacher has high-speed bandwidth in Colorado for digital learning.

Broadband Planning Grants: The Energy/Mineral Impact Assistance Fund provides Broadband Planning Grants to conduct needs assessments, regional planning, strategies, and solutions to achieve a community’s broadband needs.

Middle Mile Infrastructure Grants: The Energy/Mineral Impact Assistance Fund provides Middle Mile Infrastructure Grants to award local governments, districts, and other political subdivisions with funds for middle mile infrastructure.

Connecting Colorado Students Grant Program: The passage of HB20B-1001 appropriated $20 million from the general fund to award grants through the Connecting Colorado Students Grant Program. The purpose of the grant program is to increase services for students, educators, and other staff allows who lack reliable Internet access for online learning.

Regional Broadband Plans have been completed in all 12 of the Department of Local Affair’s (DOLA) non-urban planning regions. Together, these plans make the state’s broadband plan.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Office of State Broadband is located within the Office of Consumer Counsel, per Conn. Gen. Stat. 16-2a (c).

Connecticut does not have any broadband programs at this time.

Connecticut does not have any funding for broadband at this time.

Pursuant to Public Act No 21-159, a report will be published by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, the Office of Policy and Management, the Office of State Broadband, the Commission for Educational Technology and other state agencies deemed appropriate by the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection on or before December 1, 2022.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Department of Technology and Information (DTI) is the state’s central IT organization, chartered to deliver core services to other state organizations and exercise governance over the technology direction and investments of the state.

Delaware does not have any broadband programs at this time.

Delaware Broadband Fund: The Secretary of the Department of Technology administers the Delaware Broadband Fund to support broadband services in Delaware schools and public libraries. The program also supports rural broadband initiatives in underserved areas.

Broadband Strategic Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Office of the Chief Technology Officer

Free Computer Training: The Free Computer Training program is a partnership between Connect.DC and Byte Back to provide free computer training to district residents to help them find jobs.

Public Computer Access: The Public Computer Access program created Connect.DC’s tech locator, which allows District residents to search for free computer access anywhere in the city.

Mobile Tech Lab: The Mobile Tech Lab is mobile lab equipped with computers and Wi-Fi that allows Connect.DC to bring technology to residents, with a particular focus on residents in Wards 5, 7, and 8. Currently, this program is halted due to COVID-19, but will resume and accept requests once they are able to resume normal operations.

All Hands on Tech: Connect.DC created The All Hands on Tech initiative, in partnership with OCTOHelps, to provide free technical support to District of Columbia residents.

Senior Tech: Connect.DC is partnering with several District of Columbia agencies and organizations to offer senior-based programs, including programs, workshops, and events to target the District’s senior population.

Washington D.C does not have any funding for broadband at this time.

Washington D.C does not have a broadband plan at this time.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Florida Department of Economic Opportunity

Florida does not have any broadband programs at this time.

Rural Infrastructure Fund: The Rural Infrastructure Fund is an $8.6 million fund which facilitates the planning, preparing and financing of certain rural infrastructure projects. Eligible projects and uses of funds may include improving access to and the availability of broadband Internet service. Eligible uses of funds shall include improvements to broadband Internet service and access in unserved or underserved rural communities.

Florida is in the process of developing a statewide broadband plan.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Georgia Broadband Program is a collaborative effort led by the Department of Community Affairs and the Georgia Technology Authority.

Georgia Broadband Program Free Public Wi-Fi locations map: Georgia’s Broadband Program offers a map of Free Public Wi-Fi locations offered by state and local governments, public libraries, telecommunications cooperatives, and other Wi-Fi providers.

Governor Kemp included $30 million for broadband grants in the OneGeorgia Authority FY21/FY22 budgets. The Authority is assessing options to make grants to local governments and authorities to benefit public-private partnerships that deploy high-quality service to unserved Georgians.

2021 Georgia Broadband Report

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Guam does not have an official broadband office. The Office of Technology in partnership with the Bureau of Statistics and Plans provides broadband leadership. The Office of Technology currently operates, secures and administers all broadband activities for all the line agencies and commissions within the executive branch.

Guam does not have any broadband programs at this time.

Guam does not have any funding for broadband at this time.

Guam does not have a territorial broadband plan at this time.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Hawaii Broadband and Digital Equity Office is located within The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, and works in conjunction with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs on broadband related activities.

Hawaii does not have any broadband programs at this time.

Hawaii does not have any broadband funding at this time.

The Hawaii Broadband Strategic Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Idaho Department of Commerce

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Idaho Broadband Grant Program: The Idaho Broadband Fund consists of funds appropriated by the legislature for financial assistance of broadband infrastructure in Idaho to promote equal access in economic development, public safety, telehealth and education. The Idaho Broadband Advisory Board is soliciting projects that meet the CARES Act funding criteria for the $10 million appropriated to the Idaho Department of Commerce from the Federal COVID Relief Fund, located in the Idaho Broadband Fund.

Broadband Access is Imperative for Idaho

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Illinois Office of Broadband is within the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

Connect Illinois Computer Equity Network: The Connect Illinois Computer Equity Network is a statewide collaborative effort amongst various community partners that will receive, refurbish, and redistribute used computers for those in need. Eligible residents must be below 200 percent of the poverty level or enrolled in income-based government assistance programs.

Connect Illinois: Connect Illinois is a broadband matching grant program that provides $400 million for competitive broadband grants. The Connect Illinois program also includes $20 million for upgrades to the 100 GB Illinois Century Network that serves over 3,400 K-12, higher education, and library locations across the state.

Broadband Regional Engagement for Adoption + Digital Equity (READY) Grant Program: Broadband Regional Engagement for Adoption + Digital Equity (READY) Grant Program is collaborative effort between the Office of Broadband and the Illinois Innovation Network to administer Illinois’s $420 million investment to expand high-speed broadband Internet access across the state.

Connected Communities Grants: Connected Communities Grants expand high-speed broadband Internet access across the state. This grant provides up to $15,000 to encourage community planning for broadband access, adoption, and implementation.

Connect Illinois Broadband Strategic Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Indiana Broadband Office serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities.

Broadband Ready Communities (BBRC): The Broadband Ready Communities Program was created as a tool to encourage broadband development throughout Indiana by serving as an information resource and certifying local communities as being broadband ready. The program was established by IC 5-28-28.5.

OCRA: Planning Grant Program: The Planning Grant Program helps communities understand their broadband needs and achieve their broadband vision. Developing broadband plans are eligible activities under this grant. This program provides a maximum of $50,000 to plans that meet normal Community Development Block Grant program criteria.

OCRA: Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program: The Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program provides grants up to $5,000,000 to providers to bring affordable high-speed fiber optic broadband to unserved and underserved households, businesses, schools, and rural health clinics in the state that lack service.

OCRA: Subsidy Program: The Subsidy Program will provide subsidies for broadband services. More information is coming soon, please check website for updates.

OCRA: Indiana Connectivity Program: The Indiana Connectivity Program brings funding through a bidding process to households, businesses, schools, and rural health clinics that lack broadband coverage. More information is coming soon, please check website for updates.

The Indiana Statewide Broadband Strategic Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Iowa does not have an official broadband office. However, the Office of the Chief Information Officer coordinates all broadband activity in the state.

Property Tax Exemption Program: Iowa House File 655 provides a property tax exemption for installation of broadband infrastructure that facilitates broadband service at or above 25 Mbps download speed and 3 Mbps upload speed within a targeted service area. Installation must be commenced and completed on or after July 1, 2015, and prior to July 1, 2020, and be used to deliver Internet services to the public.

Fiber optic network conduit installation program: Iowa House File 655 established a fiber optic network conduit installation program, which will work to install fiber optic network conduit during certain state-funded construction projects. Anticipated funding for this program will be made available as an appropriation from the State’s general fund.

Empower Rural Iowa Broadband Grant Program: The Empower Rural Iowa Broadband Grant Program has up to $97.5 million available for broadband expansion in Iowa. The Office of the Chief Information Officer issued a Notice of Funding Availability on July 1, 2021 to solicit applications from communications service providers for broadband infrastructure projects. Minimum buildout speeds are 100/100 Mbps or 100/20 Mbps, depending on the eligibility determinations within a given project area.

The Governor’s Empower Rural Iowa Initiative, released December 2020, includes recommendations regarding the Connecting Rural Iowa Task Force to increase funding for the Empower Rural Iowa Broadband Grant, and support legislation, or other efforts, providing broadband project protection Iowa DOT right-of-way.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Kansas Office of Broadband Development is located within the Kansas Department of Commerce, per Executive Order No. 20-67.

Kansas Connect & Learn Initiative: The Kansas Connect & Learn Initiative is a partnership between the Kansas State Department of Education and EducationSuperHighway that works with school districts to ensure every student and teacher has high-speed bandwidth in Kansas.

Broadband Acceleration Grant Program: The Broadband Acceleration Grant Program is a 10-year, $85 million dollar investment funded in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Transportation’s Eisenhower Legacy Transportation Program to bring broadband access to Kansas communities through a matching infrastructure investment program.

In partnership with the Office of Rural Prosperity, the 2020 Annual Report provides information relative to broadband activities in Kansas.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Kentucky Education & Workforce Development Cabinet oversees the Kentucky Broadband Initiative. The Kentucky Broadband Initiative is a network of public and private partners working to expand Internet access and build a stronger digital infrastructure in urban and rural communities across the commonwealth.

KentuckyWired: Kentucky Wired is a state-run project constructing over 3,000 miles of high-speed, high-capacity fiber optic cable in every county in Kentucky. The KentuckyWired network is a middle mile project connecting government offices, universities, community colleges, state police posts, state parks, and other government institutions to the Internet. The Kentucky Communications Network Authority administers KentuckyWired.

Broadband Deployment Fund: Governor Beshear signed HB 362 on March 30, 2020. It establishes the Broadband Deployment Fund to assist with the construction, development, or improvement of broadband infrastructure, services, or technologies to provide broadband service in underserved or unserved areas of the Commonwealth. The Kentucky Infrastructure Authority administers this competitive grant.

The KY Broadband Planning 2019 Update outlines phase 1 to complete the middle mile fiber optic cable project (KentuckyWired), and phase 2, to engage with community partners to encourage last mile fiber deployment.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Office of Broadband and Connectivity serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities.

The Office of Broadband and Connectivity is in the process of developing a digital inclusion program and other broadband programs.

Louisiana does not fund broadband activities directly.

Broadband for Everyone in Louisiana

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The ConnectMaine Authority serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities, per 35-A M.R.S.A. §9201.

Maine does not have any broadband programs at this time.

Community Broadband Planning Grant: The ConnectMaine Authority awards planning grants to eligible entities to develop plans for expanding broadband service availability and developing digital inclusion strategies.

Infrastructure Grant Program:  ConnectMaine Authority manages program that allows communities to plan and expand the availability of broadband service in the state. ConnectMaine Authority encourages communications service providers and community leaders to partner on infrastructure grant applications.

The State of Maine Broadband Action Plan was published January 2020.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Office of Statewide Broadband within the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development.

Broadband Network Infrastructure Grant Program: The Broadband Network Infrastructure Grant Program provides grants between $1 million and $3 million to local jurisdictions or their Internet service provider partner to construct new broadband networks to service unserved, rural households. Grant awards may pay for up to 50 percent of the capital construction costs associated with providing service to unserved, rural homes and businesses. A 100 percent match is required for this grant opportunity. Some exceptions may apply.

Existing Broadband Networks Grant Program: The Existing Broadband Network Grant Program provides grants of up to $200,000 to local jurisdictions for 50 percent of the construction costs related to an Internet service provider extending service to unserved households. The ISPs partner with the local jurisdiction and use their existing network to provide service. A 100 percent match is required for this grant opportunity.​​

Maryland is in the process of establishing three funds outlined in the Digital Connectivity Act of 2021 (SB66). The funds include the Digital Inclusion Fund, the Digital Connectivity Fun, and Rural Broadbands Assistance Fund.

Maryland’s Task Force on Rural Internet, Broadband, Wireless and Cellular Service Report was published January 2, 2019. The Digital Connectivity Act of requires the Statewide Broadband Office to develop a plan by July 1, 2022, with the goal of ensuring tall State residents have the ability to connect to reliable broadband Internet by December 31, 2026.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Massachusetts Broadband Institute

Mass Internet Connect: Mass Internet Connect (MIC) is a partnership between the Massachusetts Broadband Institute, MassHire Department of Career Services and the MassHire Workforce Development System to assist unemployed Massachusetts residents with technology barriers. The program connects residents with the tools, services, and Internet connections necessary for employment.

WiFi Hotspots: The Wifi Hotspots program is a collaboration between the Massachusetts Broadband Institute and local internet service providers to offer indoor and outdoor WiFi hotspots to unserved municipalities that otherwise lack broadband access.

Gateway Cities Program: The Gateway Cities Program is an effort to promote economic and community development in the 26 Gateway Cities in Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Broadband Institute directly awards grants to Gateway Cities and organizations that will develop and implement wireless access projects in Gateway Cities.

Flexible Grant Program: The Flexible Grant Program (FGP), administered by the Massachusetts Broadband Institute, is a $40 million competitive grant program to support last mile broadband connectivity for unserved areas in western and central Massachusetts.

Last Mile Grant Program: The Last Mile Grant Program, administered by the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development (EOHED), has awarded grants for municipal-owned broadband projects in unserved areas in western and central Massachusetts.

The Massachusetts Broadband Institute has an annual operating plan that is reviewed and approved by the MBI’s Board of Directors. Please contact the Massachusetts Broadband Institute for a copy of the plan.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Michigan High-Speed Internet Office is located in the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, per Executive Directive 2021-2.

Michigan Consortium of Advanced Networks: The Network was formed in January 2018 to create a broadband roadmap for the state. The network released the Michigan Broadband Roadmap  in August 2018.

Connecting Michigan Taskforce (CMIT): The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has partnered with Connected Nation Michigan (CNMI) to improve the access, adoption, and use of broadband and technology across the state, creating the Connecting Michigan Taskforce (CMIT).

WiFi Hotspot Locator: The Locator is a mapping tool that displays public WiFi locations self-reported by entities and individuals.

The Michigan Infrastructure Council "Dig Once" Project Portal: The Michigan Infrastructure Council (MIC) launched a “Dig Once” tool. The tool allows authorized public and private asset owners to document future construction locations/dates across transportation, water, utilities, and communications infrastructure. This tool helps increase new broadband development and removes barriers to construction.

Connecting Communities (CMIC) Grant Program: The Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget (DTMB) provides a grant opportunity to extend broadband service into unserved areas in Michigan. Pursuant to Public Act 166 of 2020, projects that demonstrate collaboration to achieve community investment and economic development goals of the area are eligible for grant funds affected.

The Michigan Broadband Roadmap was published in August 2018.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), Office of Broadband Development.

K-12 Connect Forward Initiative: Partnership between the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) and EducationSuperHighway that works to ensure that all students in Minnesota have access to scalable infrastructure, high-speed affordable bandwidth, and ubiquitous WiFi for digital learning through technical assistance. It also works to identify bandwidth and fiber needs and E-rate eligibility across school districts.

Border to Border Broadband Development Grant Program: Funds the expansion of broadband service to areas of Minnesota that are unserved or underserved. The Minnesota legislature allocated $20 million for the program for 2019 and 2020.

The Minnesota Broadband Infrastructure Plan was published in February 2019, and last reviewed January 2021.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Mississippi Public Service Commission

Mississippi does not have any broadband programs at this time.

Mississippi does not have any broadband funding at this time.

Please contact the Mississippi Public Service Commission for a copy of the Mississippi State Broadband Plan.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Office of Broadband Development is within Missouri’s Department of Economic Development.

See below.

Missouri Broadband Grant Program (APRA Funds): Governor Parson announced plans to dedicate $400 million in American Rescue Act Plan Funds to increase broadband access, adoption, and assistance across the state.

Missouri is in the process of updating its state broadband plan.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Department of Administration

ConnectMT is a source for one stop broadband resources.

ConnectMT: The ConnectMT program was established in 2021 with an appropriation of $500,000 to fund broadband infrastructure projects in unserved or underserved areas.

Montana does not have a state broadband plan at this time.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Nebraska Public Service Commission serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides Nebraska’s broadband resource webpage.

Network Nebraska:  Network Nebraska is a resource sharing telecommunications network under the Nebraska Information Technology Commission (NITC) that works together to provide a scalable, reliable, and affordable infrastructure capable of carrying a spectrum of services and applications. Nebraska Revised Statute 86-5, 100 establishes Network Nebraska.

Broadband Bridge Act Grant Program: In the 2021 legislative session, The Nebraska Legislature appropriated $20 million the Broadband Bridge Act Grant Program annually beginning in Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The state distributes these funds from the general fund as grants.. These grants fund the deployment of broadband networks in unserved and underserved areas of the state, pursuant to LB 388.

Nebraska also provides funding for broadband activities directly through the Nebraska Universal Service Fund.

Broadband in Nebraska

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation & Technology

Nevada Connect Kids Initiative: The Nevada Connect Kids was created to increase broadband Internet access, adoption, and use across the state.

Broadband Whole Community Connectivity Program: OSIT has partnered with 6 Nevada counties and municipalities to help rural Nevadans take advantage of telemedicine resources, attain higher levels of education and access specialized online training, and add superior broadband access. The Broadband Whole Community Connectivity 2020 report can be found here.

The Nevada Ready 21: A statewide initiative providing 24-hour access to a laptop for Nevada middle and high school students.

NV Education Broadband Grant: These funds can be used to build out networks and provide better connectivity and equipment for school districts, charter schools, and students.

Nevada State Broadband Connectivity Strategy

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The state is working on establishing a broadband office under the Department of Business and Economic Affairs.

New Hampshire does not have any broadband programs at this time.

House Bill 2 was signed by Governor Chris Sununu on June 25, 2021, which establishes the Broadband Matching Grant Initiative and Fund within the Department of Business and Economic Affairs.

The Connection to New Hampshire’s Future (2015)

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

New Jersey Office of the Governor

Innovation District Designation Program: The Innovation District Designation Program allows communities to apply for designation as innovation districts. The program includes requirements for communities to submit a development plan, which includes a plan for improving broadband infrastructure.

New Jersey does not have any funding for broadband at this time.

New Jersey does not have a state broadband plan at this time.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Broadband Access and Expansion Act (SB 93) was signed by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham on April 7, 2021, which establishes the Office of Broadband Access and Expansion within the Department of Information Technology to serve as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities.

New Mexico HomeWork Gap Team: The New Mexico HomeWork Gap Team is a multi-agency initiative  to provide hotspots and devices to homebound students.

New Mexico provides funding for broadband activities through the Connect New Mexico Fund. More information is forthcoming.

New Mexico Broadband Strategic Plan and Rural Broadband Assessment

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

New York State Broadband Program Office serves as the state’s single point of contact for broadband development and deployment efforts.

Affordable Broadband Portal: New York State maintains an online portal to help New Yorkers find information on affordable Internet plans as well as provide information on the Federal Lifeline program and Emergency Broadband Benefit program.

ConnectED NY: New York State partnered with Schmidt Futures and the Ford Foundation to launch  ConnectEd NY, an emergency fund to provide approximately 50,000 students in economically disadvantaged school districts with free internet access through June 2022. Schmidt Futures and the Ford Foundation provide funding and the program is managed by Digital Promise, a non-profit which is dedicated to closing the digital learning gap.

New NY Broadband Program: Provides New York State grant funding to support projects that deliver high-speed Internet access to unserved and underserved areas of the State.

The New NY Broadband Program serves as a plan to universal broadband access across the state.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The North Carolina Broadband Infrastructure Office is located within the North Carolina Department of Information Technology.

North Carolina does not have any broadband programs at this time.

The Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology (GREAT) Grant: The GREAT Grant provides grants to private providers of broadband services to deploy broadband service to unserved areas of the state authorized by S.L 2018-5, and amended by S.L. 2019-230 and S.L 2020-97.

Building a New Digital Economy (BAND-NC) Grant: The BAND-NC Grants are mini-grants to fund local digital inclusion projects to meet unmet community needs in North Carolina.

Connecting North Carolina State Broadband Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Information Technology Department is a cabinet agency, which oversees the state’s broadband related activities.

STAGEnet: The North Dakota Legislative Assembly created a Statewide Technology Access for Government and Education network, STAGEnet, in the 1999 legislative session. STAGEnet focuses on providing broadband connectivity, Internet access, and other networking services. All state agencies, colleges and universities, local government, and K-12 schools are required to participate in STAGEnet.

North Dakota does not have any broadband funding at this time.

The North Dakota Broadband Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Northern Mariana Islands does not have a territorial broadband office. However, the Office of Information Technology, CNMI Department of Finance, and Office of Planning and Development coordinate broadband activity for the territory.

The Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands does not have any broadband programs at this time.

Public Law No.20-82: Signed November 19, 2018, purpose of this legislation is to establish a reserve fund, to be funded by the Casino Gross Revenue Tax. The legislature may appropriate funds for certain economic development and infrastructure projects, which may include broadband infrastructure, or to provide essential services in the event of a revenue shortfall and tax relief measures for the benefit of the citizens and businesses of the Commonwealth.

2013 CNMI Broadband Mapping Report

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BroadbandOhio, housed within the Department of Development, is the state office dedicated to enhancing broadband-related activity within the state.

See below.

K-12 BroadbandOhio Connectivity Grants: This program is administered through the Department of Education and provides hotspots and internet-enabled devices to students for purchases made through funds from the CARES Act, paired with Connectivity Champions. This grant opportunity has been extended through December 31, 2021.

Ohio Residential Broadband Expansion Grants: These grants were created in House Bill 2, signed into law on May 17, 2021.  The grant program is governed by a grant authority which does not currently have all of its members appointed.

The Ohio Broadband Strategy

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Oklahoma does not have an official state broadband office.

Oklahoma Community Anchor Network (OCAN): The Oklahoma Community Anchor Network connects 94 key anchor institutions to high-speed fiber infrastructure designed to reach rural Oklahoma communities.

House Bill 1124 was signed by Governor Kevin Stitt on May 20, 2021 which establishes the State Broadband Deployment Grant Program and Fund administered by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce and the Rural Broadband Expansion Council, effective November 1, 2021.

Oklahoma State Broadband Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Oregon Broadband Office is placed within the Oregon Business Development Department, per ORS 285A.166.

Oregon Lifeline: The Oregon Lifeline program provides a monthly discount on phone or broadband service for qualifying low-income Oregon households.

Tribal Lifeline: The Tribal Lifeline program provides qualified Oregon residents on federally-recognized Tribal lands an additional $25 discount per month on phone or broadband services. The discount amounts are subject to change.

Tribal Link Up: The Tribal Link Up program provides qualifying tribal residents a discount on the initial activation of wireline or wireless phone service of up to $100. The Tribal Link Up Program also allows residents to pay interest free of the remaining amount they owe on a deferred schedule. The discount amounts are subject to change.

Oregon does not have any broadband funding at this time.

The Oregon Broadband Office Strategic Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities.

See below.

Unserved High-Speed Broadband Funding Program: The Unserved High-Speed Broadband Funding Program authorizes the Commonwealth Financing Authority to award grants that shall not exceed $1 million or 75 percent of the total project costs, whichever is less. This award may be granted to nongovernmental entities that have expertise with high-speed broadband service infrastructure in unserved areas of the state.

Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority Tax Exempt Bond Program: The Tax Exempt Bond Program provides tax exempt bonds which can be utilized for broadband deployment.

Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority Taxable Bond Program: The Taxable Bond Program provides taxable bonds which can be utilized for broadband deployment.

Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority: The Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority provides low-interest loans and lines of credit for eligible businesses, which can be utilized for broadband deployment.

Pennsylvania First Program: The Pennsylvania First Program provides grants, loans, and loan guarantees for eligible entities which can be utilized for broadband deployment.

Pennsylvania does not have a broadband plan. However, various commonwealth agencies are working to develop a comprehensive broadband plan.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Puerto Rico does not have a territorial broadband office. However, the Telecommunications Bureau of the Puerto Rico Public Service Regulatory Board serves as the territory’s point of contact for broadband related activities. The Puerto Rico Fiscal Agency and Financial Advisory Authority administers the territory’s Broadband Infrastructure Fund.

The NET Internet Access Centers: The NET Internet Access Centers are facilities built by the Telecommunications Bureau of the Puerto Rico Public Service Regulatory Board to provide Internet access to all people, free of charge.

The Broadband Infrastructure Fund: The Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Certified Fiscal Plan allocates $400 million to the Broadband Infrastructure Fund to support broadband expansion in unserved and underserved areas over three years. In October 2020, the executive director of the Puerto Rico Fiscal Agency and Financial Advisory Authority (AAFA) announced the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for broadband infrastructure grant administrator services. The evaluation process of the fund’s administrator has finalized and a grant administrator will be announced soon.

The Gigabit Island Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

RI Commerce leads ConnectRI in partnership with the Department of Business Regulation. ConnectRI is immediately engaged (Fall 2021) in statewide broadband mapping activities, in partnership with the Newport County Development Council.

Community Development Block Grants-COVID (CDBG/CV): Rhode Island has obtained $1.5 million in CDBG-CV funding following Hurricane Sandy, which is to be distributed through the Office of Housing and Community Development. The grant term is for one year and includes support for restoring public facilities and infrastructure, including broadband.

Rhode Island does not have any funding for broadband at this time.

Rhode Island does not have a statewide broadband plan. However, the state’s legislature created a broadband report in June 2015 with recommendations. The state is preparing to update its long-term economic development plan, inclusive of broadband infrastructure and digital fluency.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Office of Broadband Coordinator within the Office of Regulatory Staff serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities, enabled by Proviso 73.6.

See below.

Rural Broadband Grant Program: The Office of Regulatory Staff and the South Carolina Department of Commerce jointly administer the Rural Broadband Grant Program which provides $30 million in grants to expand broadband availability.

AccelerateSC: Governor McMaster recommended that $491 million of the states American Rescue Plan Act money be used for broadband expansion.

South Carolina is in the process of developing its state broadband plan.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Governor’s Office of Economic Development oversees the Connect SD Broadband program.

Connect SD Broadband program: The Connect SD Broadband program was established in 2019 when the state legislature approved a $5 million allocation to bring high-speed service to all South Dakotans. Connect SD was funded with an additional $11.6 million in 2020, and $100 million in 2021 using a combination of state and CARES Act Dollars.

Broadband activities are funded directly through the Connect SD Broadband program.

Broadband in South Dakota

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

Tennessee does not have a statewide broadband office. However, the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities.

Broadband Ready Community Designation Program: The Broadband Ready Community Designation Program allows political subdivisions to submit documentation to request this designation. Designation requires that a political subdivision has adopted an efficient and streamlined ordinance or policy for reviewing applications and issuing permits related to projects relative to broadband services.

Tennessee Broadband Accessibility Grant: The Tennessee Broadband Accessibility Grant is authorized by the Tennessee Broadband Accessibility Act (TBAA) to offset capital expenses for the deployment of broadband in unserved areas. The state legislature appropriated $15 million in grants for Fiscal Year 2021.

Technology Opportunities for the Public Grants (TOP):  The 2021 TOP Grants are funded from a portion of the Broadband Accessibility Grant fund awarding $209,000 in grants to public libraries for digital literacy training, circulating Wi-Fi hotspots, and video recording and editing hardware and software.

The Tennessee Broadband Accessibility Act lays out a plan using multiple avenues to address broadband gaps in Tennessee including funding, deregulation and education. The state also produced several studies related to broadband access and adoption that are available at Tennessee Broadband site. The Department of Economic and Community Development has a Fiscal Year 2019-2021 Broadband Accessibility Grant Report, which outlines broadband investments towards increasing broadband availability.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Texas Broadband Development Office is placed within the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts, per HB 5.

Texas does not have any broadband programs at this time.

HB 5 gives the Broadband Development Program the authority to award grants, low-interest loans, and other financial incentives to applicants for broadband expansion in eligible areas.

Texas Governor’s Broadband Development Council Report

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Utah Broadband Center in the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity is the state’s broadband office. It works to ensure that publicly funded broadband projects are accessible and provide a public benefit, develops the statewide digital connectivity plan, and administers the Broadband Access Grant Program.

The state supports the Utah Broadband Advisory Council meets regularly to network and collaborate regarding broadband adoption and deployment in the state.

Utah Education and Telehealth Network: The Utah Education and Telehealth Network actively connects the schools, libraries, and health care industry. UETN leverages state appropriations with other grants and E-rate discounts and coordinates with private broadband providers.

Digital Equity Workgroup of the Governor’s Multicultural Advisory Committee: Governor Gary Herbert convened the Multicultural Advisory Committee of the state of Utah’s COVID-19 Response. The focus of this advisory committee was to address disparities and increase equity in the state’s COVID-19 pandemic response.

The Broadband Access Grant: During the 2021 General Session, the state legislature approved the Broadband Access Grant for infrastructure buildout. It appropriated $10 million of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to support the building of broadband infrastructure to unserved rural and underserved statewide communities.

Utah Universal Service Fund (UUSF): The UUSF administers the state Lifeline Program. The UUSF also regulates funding for broadband buildout and maintenance in rural areas.

Utah Broadband Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Division for Telecommunications and the Division for Connectivity  and the Vermont Community Broadband Board coordinate broadband activities for the state.

Line Extension Customer Assistant Program (LECAP): The LECAP Program provides up to $3,000 in grant funds ($600 for satellite/wireless solutions) to qualified Vermont consumers for line extensions that provide 25/3 Mbps broadband Internet service. LECAP Reimbursement funds can be applied to a line extension, non-standard drop, or qualified satellite/wireless solution.

Vermont Community Broadband Board (VCBB): The Vermont Community Broadband board develops policies and programs to advance the State’s goal of universal access to broadband at speeds of 100 Mbps.

Vermont Connectivity Initiative: Funded through the Vermont Universal Service Fund (VUSF), Connectivity Initiative grants are awarded to Internet service providers that agree to extend service to designated areas least likely to be served through the private sector or through federal programs. In 2019, the Vermont General Assembly provided $205,000 in one-time funds and authorized a 4 percent increase in the VUSF, dedicated to buildout of infrastructure.

The Vermont Broadband Expansion Program: The Vermont Broadband Expansion Program enables the Vermont Economic Development Authority to make loans that expand broadband internet access service to unserved and underserved Vermonters in accordance with the state Telecommunications Plan. This program may make loans of up to $1,800,000.

2021 10-Year Telecommunications Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

U.S. Virgin Islands Bureau of Information Technology

Free Public Wi-fi Hot Spots: The Free Public Wi-Fi Hot Spots program installed free hot spots in strategic areas throughout St. John and later other areas in the U.S. Virgin Islands following hurricanes Irma and Maria.

The U.S. Virgin Islands does not have any funding for broadband at this time.

The U.S. Virgin Islands does not have a territorial broadband plan at this time.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Office of Broadband, Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities.

Utility Leverage Program: Pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 56-585.1:9., the Utility Leverage Program for broadband allows Virginia’s investor-owned utilities to partner with localities and Internet service providers to leverage utility-owned fiber for network expansion in unserved areas of the Commonwealth.

Virginia Telecommunication Initiative: The Virginia Telecommunication Initiative prepares communities to extend service to areas that presently are unserved by supplementing construction costs of private sector broadband providers. The Initiative is funded by the state budget at $50 million annually, and has connected over 24,000 homes, businesses, and community anchors.

Community Development Block Grants: The Community Development Block Improvement and Planning Grants fund eligible units of local government for planning broadband expansion and identifying unserved areas.

Virginia Appalachian Regional Commission: The Virginia Appalachian Regional Commission program supports economic development and funds eligible applicants for broadband planning expansion and identifying unserved areas. The Virginia Appalachian Regional Commission program also funds last mile deployment with eligible ancillary residential and community anchor deployments.

Commonwealth Connect Report

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Statewide Broadband Office is housed within the Department of Commerce.

Washington State Drive-In WiFi hotspot location finder provides information on free drive-up community Wi-Fi spots.

Broadband service expansion grant and loan program is administered by the Public Works Board with funds from the Statewide Broadband Account. This Program can  be used for making grants and loans to expand broadband infrastructure, collecting data on broadband availability, supplementing loan bond revenues for broadband infrastructure, and matching federal grants for broadband.

Rural Broadband Program: The Community Economic Revitalization Board administers low-interest loans and grants to local economic development agencies, local communities, and federally-recognized Native tribes in order to finance the cost building infrastructure to provide high-speed, open-access broadband service, to rural underserved communities.

State Broadband Office 2020 Report

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The West Virginia Development Office (WVDO), Office of Broadband and the West Virginia Broadband Enhancement Council work cooperatively to pursue broadband development in West Virginia.

WV KidsConnect Initiative: WV KidsConnect is designed to support the learning needs of children who do not have access to the Internet at their home. By installing necessary equipment, all public schools, higher education institutions, county libraries and state parks will be turned into WiFi hotspots. The WiFi hotspot location map can be found here.

Middle Mile Broadband Expansion Program: The Program enables participating electric utilities to recover the net costs of any middle-mile fiber project, pursuant to HB 4619 of 2020.

The WV Broadband Infrastructure Loan Insurance Program (BLINS): The BLINS program insures the repayment of debt on capital costs related to providing broadband service to unserved or underserved areas of the State or that links a segment of a network operator’s core network to a local network plant.

Community Development Block Grant: The State has dedicated approximately $6.3 million in CDBG funding to 20 broadband planning and 13 infrastructure projects, with more than half of West Virginia’s 55 counties actively pursuing broadband development.

The West Virginia State Broadband Plan 2020-2025 outlines specific goals and strategies related to the expansion of broadband in West Virginia.

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Wisconsin Broadband Office is located within the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin and serves as the state’s point of contact for broadband related activities.

Broadband Forward: Broadband Forward is a certification program that local communities can participate in to reduce obstacles to broadband infrastructure investment.

Telecommuter Forward: Telecommuter Forward is a certification program that any political subdivision can participate  in to promote the availability to telecommuting options.

Broadband Expansion Grant Program: The Wisconsin PSC administers the Broadband Expansion Gran program. This program awards grants to deploy infrastructure across the state.

TEACH Information Technology Infrastructure Grants: The TEACH Information Technology Infrastructure Grants are administered by the Wisconsin Department of Administration, Division of Enterprise Technology to award $3 million in grants to rural school districts and public libraries for technology infrastructure.

2021 Wisconsin State Broadband Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.

The Wyoming State Broadband Program is overseen by the Wyoming Business Council.

Wyoming State Broadband Program: The Wyoming State Broadband Program was established in 2018 and provides speed tests and mapping resources. The program also operates the Broadband Development Grant.

Broadband Development Grant: The Broadband Development Grant, pursuant to SF0100, provides $10 million to address the need for reliable and affordable Internet to all Wyomingites and to provide reliable Internet infrastructure that enables businesses to compete and serve their customers.

Wyoming Broadband Enhancement Plan

State information is gathered by BroadbandUSA using publicly available sources (e.g. state websites). The information is validated by the points-of-contact at each state-level agency(-ies). This information was last updated Summer 2021. The information is reviewed and updated periodically.