Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Governor Rendell says PA still seeks public input on federal broadband stimulus funds

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 20

There is still time for the public to offer input on how Pennsylvania can best use federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds to deploy broadband throughout the state, Governor Edward G. Rendell said today. Three public meetings are scheduled between now and Wednesday, June 3, said the governor, who also noted that written comments may be submitted, as well.

"Ready access to high-speed, broadband Internet gives businesses an essential edge in today's highly competitive economic climate," Governor Rendell said. "High-speed Internet is a critical element for our businesses to compete in global markets and for our students to compete for the very best jobs...