BEAD Proposals Approved for North Dakota, Idaho, and American Samoa
The BEAD has $42.45 billion to advance broadband in the U.S.
The BEAD has $42.45 billion to advance broadband in the U.S.
WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2024 – Broadband offices in North Dakota, Idaho, and American Samoa can request access to Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds after the latest National Telecommunications and Information Agency approvals.
As a result of the NTIA’s approvals announced Sept. 12, the two states and one territory will be able to request access to more than $750 million combined in BEAD funding to develop and extend their respective broadband Internet access capabilities.
Idaho is slated to receive $583.3 million, North Dakota $130.1 million, and American Samoa $37.6 million.
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