Biden-Harris Administration announces new ‘Internet for All’ funding plan for all 50 states
PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) - The Biden Administration's new “Internet for All” initiative is bringing broadband funds to all 50 states, including Colorado. The Centennial State is set to get about $827 million in broadband funds, per official documents.
The Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) funding will be used to upgrade broadband networks, assuring people have more affordable and higher-speed internet service.
According to the plan, once deployment goals are met, any remaining funding can be used to pursue eligible access, adoption, and equity-related uses.
In a press release from Colorado State University-Pueblo President Dr. Timothy Mottet states:
“CSU-Pueblo recognizes the need for reliable, affordable, and robust broadband opportunities for the community of Pueblo. We are pleased that we will facilitate increased access to a broadband connection that will positively impact the students and families we serve, many of whom reside in economically disadvantaged or minoritized neighborhoods that traditionally have little to no internet access.”
CSU-Pueblo President Dr. Timothy Mottet
CSU-Pueblo will get around $3 million in funds.
CSU-Pueblo officials say right now many are lacking access to computers smart phones or tablets; and are seeing a lack of digital literacy in underserved, low-income neighborhoods.
The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe will get around $23 million in funds.
All those eligible for the funds will receive a notification by June 30, 2023, and they can formally submit their proposals by July 1, 2023.
For more information, you can visit the official website Internet for All.