Billions of dollars available to bring broadband access to the underserved
June 11, 2009
The June eSchool News report featured the stimulus aid available to bring broadband access to those who don't have it. More than $7 billion is available from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to subsidize this initiative and will help schools and communities close the digital divide.
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has been authorized to implement the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP), a $4.7B program. The goal is to expand broadband services to underserved areas, improve broadband access for public safety agencies, stimulate the economy and create jobs...
The June eSchool News report featured the stimulus aid available to bring broadband access to those who don't have it. More than $7 billion is available from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to subsidize this initiative and will help schools and communities close the digital divide.
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has been authorized to implement the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP), a $4.7B program. The goal is to expand broadband services to underserved areas, improve broadband access for public safety agencies, stimulate the economy and create jobs...
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