States Continue Fielding BEAD Applications
Missouri quickly opened a 'sub-round' seeking applications fro homes and businesses that didn't receive bids.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2025 – Another four states closed application windows for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program in recent weeks.
At least two are planning subsequent rounds. States can also negotiate directly with ISPs after soliciating applications in an effort to secure universal coverage.
There’s been a level of uncertainty around the $42.5 billion program, as President Donald Trump’s pick to head the agency managing the program has criticized it and some Republicans in Congress have signaled a desire to change certain rules – like the program’s low-cost plan requirements and fiber preference – if they can.
