Pennsylvania Announces First Round of BEAD Applications
State to receive more than $1.16 billion in federal broadband funding
Nov. 25, 2024 – Broadband officials in the state of Pennsylvania announced last week that the state is accepting applications for federal funding under the nation’s largest broadband funding program.
“My Administration is moving quickly to solicit applications and drive out this historic funding so we can extend access to high-speed, affordable internet all across our Commonwealth by the end of this decade,” Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) said in a Friday press release. “We’re committed to closing the digital divide in the Commonwealth, and this is another significant step forward in creating real opportunity for all Pennsylvanians.”
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority opened its first round of applications under the $42.45 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program on Nov. 22, 2024. The window will be open until Jan. 21, 2025.
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