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# NTIA Approves Nebraska’s Access to BEAD Funds
- URL: https://broadbandbreakfast.com/ntia-approves-nebraskas-access-to-bead-funds/
- Published: 2024-09-20T19:56:58.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-11T06:03:34.000Z
- Description: Cornhusker state slated to receive about $400 million for broadband
- Author: Ari Bertenthal
- Tags: Biden-Harris Administration, BEAD, BEAD Data, #with-siderail, NTIA, Nebraska, Gina Raimondo, Jim Pillen

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2024 - The National Telecommunications and Information Administration has approved Nebraska’s proposal for funding under the Biden Administration’s Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program.

The state was awarded $405 million from the $42.45 billion BEAD program to deploy or update reliable and affordable [high-speed broadband infrastructure](https://broadbandbreakfast.com/all-states-and-territories-have-released-bead-proposals-for-public-comment/).

“In the 21st century, a reliable Internet connection is a necessity that enables access to jobs, health care, and education. The Department of Commerce is ensuring everyone in Nebraska and across the country has access to quality, affordable high-speed Internet,” said Commerce Secretary **Gina Raimondo**.

The acceptance of the state’s initial proposal represented a major step forward in BEAD’s [goal of connecting everyone](https://broadbandbreakfast.com/ntia-urged-to-consider-tech-neutral-approach-for-42-5b-bead-expansion/) in America to fast and reliable internet service.

The state would be able to request access to funding and begin tangible implementation of infrastructure as a result of its now-accepted proposal.

“Today, we are taking a big step toward connecting our entire state – ensuring every farm, home, and business has access to high-speed internet," said Nebraska’s Gov. **Jim Pillen (R)**. "This effort will \[ensure\] that all Nebraskans can thrive in an increasingly digital world.”

Nebraska joined 43 other eligible entities in receiving [approval for their initial proposals](https://broadbandbreakfast.com/montana-oklahoma-and-vermont-bead-initial-proposals-approved/).

One year after the approval of the initial proposal, states must submit a final proposal detailing the state’s process of ensuring universal coverage.