IIJA
Digital Equity the Focus at NTIA’s Listening Session on Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act
Attendees questioned how digital equity progress can be measured and how underserved populations are educated on technology use.
The Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program is a $42.45 billion initiative administered by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the U.S. Commerce Department. Established by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, BEAD aims to expand high-speed Internet access by funding planning, infrastructure deployment and adoption programs.
IIJA
Attendees questioned how digital equity progress can be measured and how underserved populations are educated on technology use.
Broadband Live
NTIA is likely to continue to oversee the $42.5 billion for broadband from the IIJA.
Digital Equity Act
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act includes billions for states to expand digital inclusion efforts.
BEAD
Broadband in the U.S.A.: Every state and territory
BEAD
The BEAD program is implemented by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the U.S. Commerce Department.
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