FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 30, 2024
News Media Contact
NTIA, Office of Public Affairs
WASHINGTON – The Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) released a new report today highlighting federal investments in high-speed Internet programs.
The report, “The 2023 Office of Internet Connectivity and Growth Annual Report,” was developed in accordance with the ACCESS BROADBAND Act, which requires NTIA to submit an annual report to Congress. This report includes a description of the activities of NTIA’s Office of Internet Connectivity and Growth and high-speed Internet infrastructure investments.
This year’s report highlights how NTIA is coordinating with and supporting states, territories, and Tribal entities to align on policy and implementation of the various high-speed Internet programs.
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Internet for All
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law includes a historic $65 billion investment to expand affordable and reliable high-speed Internet access in communities across the U.S. NTIA recently launched a series of new high-speed Internet grant programs funded by the law that will build high-speed Internet infrastructure across the country, create more low-cost high-speed Internet service options, and address the digital equity and inclusion needs in our communities.
For more information on the Biden-Harris Administration’s high-speed Internet service programs, please visit InternetforAll.gov.
About the National Telecommunications and Information Administration
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, is the Executive Branch agency that advises the President on telecommunications and information policy issues. NTIA’s programs and policymaking focus largely on expanding broadband Internet access and adoption in America, expanding the use of spectrum by all users, advancing public safety communications, and ensuring that the Internet remains an engine for innovation and economic growth.