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So Far, Approved BEAD Plans Largely in Line with Public Drafts
NTIA has approved 29 state plans; see updated BEAD charts with Breakfast Club Membership
States $20 Billion Under Budget for BEAD So Far
AAPB's Gigi Sohn said she's trying to convince more Republicans to advocate for states keeping that money.
With Florida, Utah, 48 States Have Posted BEAD Plans
Only Texas and California have yet to post plans. Those results are expected in late October.
States Revise Tentative BEAD Awards
Minnesota revealed that costs per passing above $10,000 required written justification.
Accurate Broadband Coverage Data Still an Issue for BEAD, Experts Say
They predicted a substantial number of homes and businesses were missed by eligibility maps.
Illinois to Spend More Than 95 Percent of $1 Billion BEAD Budget
The 46 states that have reported results are collectively more than $17 billion under budget.
Missouri Targeting 80 Percent Fiber, Nearly $1 Billion Under BEAD Budget
South Dakota also posted its draft plan Friday, bringing the total to 45 states.
Oregon, Idaho Release BEAD Plans
Both would get fiber to roughly half of their BEAD-funded locations, about 53 percent in Oregon and 49 percent in Idaho.
How NTIA is Asking States to Revise BEAD Plans
States could have to rebid certain areas, people familiar with the process said.
States Report Major Cost Savings in BEAD Broadband Proposals
State officials reported big cost savings and varied tech plans as most raced to meet the Sept. 4 BEAD deadline.
As BEAD Deadline Arrives, at Least 34 States Have Posted Bidding Results
At least six states have confirmed they received an extension from NTIA.
As More States Post Draft BEAD Plans, Fiber Still at Two-Thirds of Locations
Two more states posted plans for public comment Thursday afternoon – Tennessee and North Carolina – bringing the total to at least 30.
NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth Joins Sen. Shelley Moore Capito in West Virginia
NTIA administrator travels to West Virginia to tout state with the highest percentage fiber (thus far) in its BEAD proposal.
More Than Half of States Posted New BEAD Plans Ahead of Key NTIA Deadline
Some states received extra time beyond Sept. 4.
Minnesota Broadband Chief on BEAD Challenges, State Investments, and Tribal Partnerships
While BEAD changes complicated Minnesota’s broadband plan, state investments and tribal partnerships remain strong.
Analyst: So far, Two-Thirds of BEAD Locations Getting Fiber
Current sample shows western states adopting a mix of technologies, including satellite.
Dem Lawmakers Want Clarity on BEAD Non-Deployment
The Trump administration isn't eager for states to spend money on efforts other than deploying infrastructure.
NTIA Gives Texas Until Oct. 27 to File Final BEAD Plan
Lone Star State wanted until Nov. 21.
BEAD Plans Released for Washington, Kansas, Maine and Wisconsin
Six of the 10 states releasing draft BEAD proposals plan on more than 70% fiber
Arkansas Releases BEAD Plan with 76% Fiber Coverage, 16% LEO
Arkansas’s $3,889 per-location average compares to Louisiana’s revised average of about $3,900 per location in that state’s draft plan.
NTIA Grants California’s Request for BEAD Deadline Extension
The state now has until October 2, rather than September 4, to submit its final proposal.
Pennsylvania Planning Fiber for 64% of BEAD Locations
North Dakota would get fiber to almost all of its relatively few locations.
Rural States Struggling with Affordable Broadband Access: BroadbandNow
The group found many rural households have access to broadband infrastructure, but not affordable plans.
West Virginia's BEAD Plan 94 Percent Fiber
That's the highest among states that have posted drafts of their final spending plans.
Colorado BEAD: Fiber Share Falls Dramatically, to 40% from 70%
NTIA Chief Counsel David Brodian confirmed receipt of a final BEAD proposal, from Louisiana.
NTIA Has a Final BEAD Proposal in Hand
NTIA official confirms agency has received final proposal but did not provide the name
SpaceX Wants Louisiana’s BEAD Plan Reversed
The satellite broadband provider said the same of Virginia's spending plan.
New Mexico Ready to Deploy BEAD Funds Across Technologies
‘Low-Earth orbit satellites are going to be part of the picture,’ a state official says.
SpaceX: NTIA Should Reject Virginia's BEAD Plan
The company said it should have won more locations in the state.
Under Louisiana’s New BEAD Plan, 80% of Locations Will Get Fiber
That's down from 95% under the state's Biden administration plan
A Staredown Between States and NTIA Over the Future of ‘Non-Deployment’ Funding
State broadband offices worry they’ll get the short end of the pencils they are sharpening.
Virginia Looking to Get Fiber to 81 Percent of BEAD Locations
About 10 percent of the state's eligible locations would be served by satellite under its plan.
Feinman: ‘No Particular Reason’ for BEAD Labor Requirements
Former BEAD Director and others argue that Biden should have deployed BEAD funds faster.
Arizona Sees 33% Increase in BEAD Applications
New applicants represent a mix of technologies.
29% of Minnesota Locations Received No Bids For BEAD
Minnesota Broadband Director Bree Maki cited decreased participation from fiber providers
Arkansas Experiences 25% Decline in Applicants for BEAD Funding
Arkansas broadband director also warned that BEAD projects may be delayed into 2026.
NTIA Confirms RDOF Defaults After June 6 Excluded From BEAD Eligibility
‘At some point we just had to draw a line,’ NTIA's chief of staff confirmed.
Thune Tees Up Senate Vote for Arielle Roth
Thune filed a motion to invoke cloture on her nomination Tuesday.
States See Strong BEAD Participation as More Rounds Close
Virginia, Wisconsin, New Hampshire, and Maine wrapped up their first round of BEAD applications this week.
Texas May Return $1 Billion in BEAD Funding to Treasury
Comptroller Hegar might want to spend some of it on 'non-deployment' purposes
States Continue Fielding BEAD Applications
Missouri quickly opened a 'sub-round' seeking applications fro homes and businesses that didn't receive bids.
Even Though NTIA Approved Louisiana BEAD, Delay by NIST Keeps Shovels at Bay
Obscure National Institute of Standards and Technology agency has kept state from building broadband.
In Washington State’s First BEAD Round, 77% of Locations Receive Bids
Washington State has a $1.2 billion slice of federal broadband funding. The state's application funding window closed Jan. 31.
Arkansas’ First BEAD Round Covers 9% of Locations With Just 2% of Funds
Arkansas' first BEAD funds go to 18 providers to cover 7,000+ locations
Some Red States Don’t Want Too Much Satellite for BEAD
'We’re hoping the administration's change is not just ‘Let’s give it all to satellite, and then the problem’s over,' said Montana's broadband officer.
Texas Pushes to Eliminate BEAD Low-Cost Broadband Requirement
Texas broadband official urged senators to remove affordability mandates, and labor requirements.
Rep. Louis Riggs: BEAD's Groundhog Day Moment
No reputable provider is going to propose serving areas that do not make sense with fiber.
Arkansas’ First BEAD Round Sees 98% of Locations Receive Bids
With 96% of applications deemed competitive, Arkansas now moves into adjudication.
Louisiana Gov. Wants BEAD Flexibility, Keep Fiber Priority
The GOP governor's state, the first to get funding, wants easier funding for satellite and wireless.
Maine Announces Updates to Starlink, BEAD Programs
State has received just under 200 applications for LEO project in the first month
FCC’s Broadband Mapping Fabric Will Now Drive Other Agency Programs
FCC’s new mapping fabric will drive Rural Digital Opportunity Fund 'true-up'.
NTIA Approves Nevada’s $416 Million in BEAD Money
New Street's Levin doesn't expect the Trump administration to put the program on hold.
Colorado Hoping to Up Participation in BEAD Round Two
The state is instituting a higher low-cost plan and more flexible project areas.
New Hampshire’s $90 Million Broadband Build Passes Halfway Mark
More than 58% of unserved and underserved households now have access to high-speed fiber.
Delaware Gets Its $107 Million in BEAD Cash
It became the second state to get necessary NTIA approval, one day after Louisiana reached the milestone.
NTIA Approves Louisiana Final BEAD Proposal
It's the first state to reach the deployment stage of the $42.5 billion program.
Louisiana Planning on Final BEAD Approval 'Any Day Now'
It's the final step before projects can get underway.
Arkansas, Arizona, New Hampshire Open for BEAD Apps
At least 20 states have reached the milestone.
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Fiber a Big Winner in Nevada's BEAD Awards
The state is set to get fiber to more than 80 percent of its eligible homes and businesses.
New York Open for BEAD Applications
It's at least the sixteenth state to start taking grant proposals under the $42.5 billion program.
Maine, New Mexico Want Starlink Part of the Mix: Balancing Trade-Offs and Concerns
Some of these locations may require $100,000 for a terrestrial wireline connection.
Delaware Unveils BEAD Spending Plan
Republicans in Congrass have called for changes to the program when Trump takes office.
How Louisiana Solved the BEAD Rubik’s Cube
Louisiana appears to have achieved the BEAD program’s objective for hundreds of millions of dollars less in subsidy costs than was budgeted.
Georgia Opens BEAD Application Window
State to receive $1.3 billion in BEAD funds
Minnesota Providers Not Participating in BEAD Program
Telecom alliance struggles to gauge members' waiver needs and overall interest.
Pennsylvania Announces First Round of BEAD Applications
State to receive more than $1.16 billion in federal broadband funding
Idaho Publishes BEAD Application Project Areas
Comments will be accepted through Dec. 19, 2024.
Louisiana First State to Release Its Final Plans for BEAD
The state will serve all its eligible locations, with 95 percent set to receive fiber.
Washington Opens BEAD Application Window
Washington state to receive $1.2 billion in BEAD funds.
West Virginia Extends BEAD Application Window
State is set to receive more than $1.2 billion in BEAD funds
South Carolina to Open BEAD Pre-Qualification Phase
State is set to receive more than $550 million from BEAD
Map Released for Missouri’s Potential BEAD Service Areas
The map will help providers better understand BEAD service obligations
Colorado Warns: One Week Left to Apply for BEAD Funds
Application window for BEAD will close Oct. 28
Wyoming Opens BEAD Grant Application Window
The BEAD application window will close Dec. 5, 2024
Missouri to Begin Accepting BEAD Applications
The application window will open Nov. 15
California Official Offers Update on BEAD Implementation
CPUC official said California is working well with NTIA.
California Plan to Award $1.8 Billion in BEAD Funds Approved
CPUC also awarded $172 million to get fiber to 56,000 locations.
Kansas Set to Open BEAD Grant Application Window for Internet Expansion
With $451.7 million from BEAD, the state expects to reach all unserved and underserved areas.
Illinois to Launch Next Phases of Connect Illinois, Waits on NTIA
Illinois says that the Connect Illinois program is the largest state broadband funding program in the U.S.
Vermont Seeking Feedback on BEAD Draft Plan
The state has requested responses by Oct. 8
BEAD Proposals Approved for North Dakota, Idaho, and American Samoa
The BEAD has $42.45 billion to advance broadband in the U.S.
NTIA Approves Nebraska’s Access to BEAD Funds
Cornhusker state slated to receive about $400 million for broadband
North Carolina Launches Program to Prequalify BEAD Awards
Pre-qualification is strongly encouraged, and is designed to streamline the application process for BEAD.
Wyoming Fourth State Heading Towards BEAD Project Funding
The state’s BEAD application process is expected to become available by late October.
West Virginia Opens BEAD Grant Application Window
The state will accept applications for 60 days.
Louisiana Accepting Applications for BEAD Grants
The first application round will close August 29, with a final second round to follow.
Montana Says It Has Launched First BEAD Grant Application Portal
Montana claimed to be the first state to launch its BEAD grant application portal.
A Hidden Issue Potentially Impacting BEAD Implementation: Pole Attachments
Problems accessing poles could delay fiber builds funded by the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.
A Deep Dive into the BEAD Program’s Matching Funds
Will the program’s matching funds requirement stretch federal dollars, or hinder smalller providers?
Precursors to BEAD Implementation: A Deep Dive Into Prior Broadband Programs
How will prior broadband programs impact BEAD Implementation?
A Deep Dive into Allocations Under the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program
What’s next for BEAD implementation?
Impacts of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022
When President Biden talks about his economic program, the CHIPS Act is the star of the show.
Revisiting the NTIA's Middle Program Ahead of Funding Announcements
The NTIA is on the cusp of announcing the award winners to the states by June 30, 2023.
Green Energy Provisions Meet Smart Grid and Broadband Infrastructure
Advances for the green economy in the Inflation Reduction Act rely upon smart grid infrastructure.
Content Moderation, Section 230 and the Future of Online Speech
Our comprehensive report examines the extremely timely issue of content moderation and Section 230 from multiple angles.
What to Know About Build America, Buy America Provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Will providers be required to use equipment that is not readily available within the United States?
