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rural broadband deployment
Apr
19
2022

Expanding Broadband to Hard-to-Reach Communities: How to Get the Job Done

In November 2021, Congress passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, a sweeping $1.2 trillion-dollar bill that includes a significant investment in broadband. A quick bipartisan infrastructure bill analysis shows $42.5 billion going to states to finance internet access, $14.2 billion to provide discounts on internet service and the purchase of a connected device through the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), and a further $2.75 billion to tackle the digital divide through initiatives such as Wi-Fi hotspots and digital literacy programs for seniors. Passage of the bill was a significant achievement, but there is still another hurdle to overcome: implementation. After allotting such a significant chunk of money to this effort, how do we ensure the funds are used effectively? We have ideas.
Issues: Broadband InfrastructureRural Broadband
man trading stocks at home
Mar
24
2022

The Increased Demand for Reliable Internet

With tens of millions of Americans continuing to work from home and the number of internet-connected devices skyrocketing, the need for fast and reliable internet has never been greater. In fact, internet traffic soared to as much as 60% above pre-COVID levels during the pandemic. Let's explore how broadband performance and availability has kept up with demand.
Issues: Broadband Infrastructure
father helping daughter with online learning
Feb
23
2022

The Path to 100% Broadband Connectivity: Building a Bridge to the Future

A broadband connection, in short, is the bridge from the present to the future. Despite the urgent necessity of internet access, there are still pockets of America that don’t have broadband connectivity. Let’s take a closer look at the industry’s efforts to improve broadband access for all Americans, and how government programs are helping bridge the digital divide.
Issues: Broadband InfrastructureRural Broadband
Jan
26
2022

Broadband Infrastructure: What’s Next?

After months of hearing about a new infrastructure bill rumbling its way through Congress, the U.S. House of Representatives finally passed a bipartisan infrastructure package on September 30. The $1.5 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, designed to refurbish the nation's roads, railways, public transit, power grids, and water systems, will also include $65 billion for broadband, aimed at connecting the unserved parts of America and support for low-income families.
Issues: Broadband InfrastructureRural Broadband