The FCC established the Emergency Connectivity Fund Program this month, through which nonpublic schools may apply for grants to outfit millions of students with computers and internet connectivity.
By Travis Cleven
May 25, 2021 | 5:30 AM
Last week lawmakers introduced the Broadband for Rural America Act. This would put the Department of Agriculture in charge of calling the shots for rural broadband rather than the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Georgia Representative Austin Scott mentioned, “The FCC’s had their chance, and they haven’t gotten it done.” The bill is one of a few different proposals from House Republicans. Scott says the bill would help with new investments for USDA connectivity programs to bring high-speed internet to rural America.
Specifically, the bill would allow $3.7 billion per year for rural broadband programs. For example, the ReConnect Rural Broadband Program, the Middle Mile Broadband Program, and the Innovative Broadband Advancement Program. The Broadband for Rural American Act would also target assistance for the most rural and least-connected residents, which are also usually the most expensive to connect. Finally, the bi
GSA tech procurement leader Nakasone to depart June 1 workforce Keith Nakasone, deputy assistant director, GSA during a video interview with FedScoop. (FedScoop)
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Federal IT procurement leader Keith Nakasone will leave his role at the General Services Administration at the end of May.
He departs after working at the agency since 2017 as deputy assistant commissioner of acquisition management within the Office of Information Technology Category (ITC).
Nakasone’s last day is June 1, leaving GSA after 32 years in the federal government to take up a role in the private sector.
Following his departure, Nakasone’s responsibilities will be taken on in an acting capacity by Cheryl Thornton-Cameron, who is executive director of ITC Schedule Contract Operations at the agency.
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