In religious traditions including Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism and others, 8 represents the idea of balance, justice and fairness.
As states rush to outline their BEAD spending plans, time is of the essence.
The FCC rules have drawn strong pushback from industry groups and praise from Democratic leadership.
It is the second state to start ground-truthing broadband data as part of the $42.5 billion program under IIJA.
ConnectLA is the first state agency under BEAD to kick off an evidence-based procedure ground-truthing local broadband data.
Evan Feinman, speaking at the BEAD Implementation Summit, said the agency will also issue guidance on project auditing.
How will prior broadband programs impact BEAD Implementation?
Manufacturers can self-report products are Buy America compliant to be included on NTIA public list.
Announcement includes investments in 22 states for 100 * 20 Mbps speeds.
States must overcome numerous hurdles before BEAD will be able to succeed.
Adtran will partner with local area schools for its high school apprenticeship program.
Tickets for the day-long BEAD Implementation Summit are available for $145 until August 21.
Digital Equity projects will be an ongoing effort for many states.
A strong fiber bias in broadband funding means that underserved communities remain at risk of being left behind.
What’s next for BEAD implementation?
Preference will be given to applications that are cost effective.
$2 million will go toward broadband builds.
Biden Administration’s Investing in America initiative is investing billions of dollars into domestic manufacturing.
U.S. states and territories will receive more than $41 billion. Do these sums adequately address their needs?
A number of organizations tracked allocations under the IIJA prior to the announcement of state BEAD allocations
Key solutions addressing permitting for clean energy projects include interagency coordination and hiring more people.
State broadband officers are prepared to leverage BEAD money to connect all Americans to the internet.
The ACP has connected millions of families and communities to high-speed internet, and it needs to be extended.
The program instructs applicants on best practices to write winning grant applications.
The NTIA has acknowledged a clear preference for fiber in its bipartisan infrastructure deployment effort.
The Buy America mandate could seriously hamper the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.
The U.S. accounts for just 10 percent of electric vehicle production and 7 percent of battery production.
House Committee members said they wanted to ensure that the NTIA is appropriately managing funds to support rural areas.
States are facing increasing costs and difficulties in deploying IIJA-backed broadband projects.
Support from the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment last mile program may cover middle mile gaps.
We know little about how California and other states plan to distribute the money under the opaque arrangement.
Programs like the ACP and technologies like fixed wireless can play a key role in connecting older adults.
The GAO report identified 25 different broadband-focused funding programs, but some lawmakers argued that all are important.
Register by June 9 to purchase a day-long pass for just $199; Breakfast Club members pay just $49.
This special “town hall” will address the strong desire from many in the broadband world to see the Affordable Connectivity Fund renewed.
The May 10 Connect (X) session will discuss the Middle Mile Program and the key role of state broadband offices.
Louisiana was first awarded a planning grant from IIJA, first to receive ARP funding ARP and is first in per capita broadband adoption.
Financial requirements for broadband grant applications include audited financials and letter of credit requirements.
Senators are concerned about BEAD's fiber preference and Buy America rules.
Estimating how far the money will go does not require advanced math.