Biden-Harris Administration Invests $40 Million to Bring High-Speed Internet to People in Rural New Mexico
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U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited New Mexico on Monday, where he announced that the department will be investing $40 million to provide high-speed internet access in rural areas of New Mexico. This has the potential to connect many communities for the first time.
FCC Wireless Telecommunications Bureau announces updated application fees will go in effect March 2. FCC says seven long-form applications for licenses won in the 2.5 GHz band auction were accepted for filing. USDA is making $63 Million available for ReConnect Program.
Plus, Colorado launches a statewide program to get more people signed up for the Affordable Connectivity Program; Georgia is announcing expanded broadband funding; Connecticut suffers an Internet outage; and more.
Funding will enable four providers to bring FTTH services to thousands of people in areas where broadband options had been traditionally limited.