
States need more accurate broadband data, Pew study shows
Before dispensing billions of dollars from federal programs, state broadband administrators need more accurate data to ensure infrastructure is built where it’s needed most, according to a study published Tuesday

New laws in different states that you may want to know for July 1
Many state legislators pass new laws that go into effect on July 1. The significance of the date varies state-by-state, but for some, it is as simple as it coincides

States Address Shifting Financial Landscape for Digital Equity
The director of Washington state’s broadband office, Aaron Wheeler, thought his state had secured a $15.8 million grant from the federal government for digital equity work. The money was part

New office to coordinate state’s broadband expansion efforts
With the signing of House Bill 934 this week, the state’s efforts to achieve universal broadband access will be officially coordinated via a centralized State Broadband Office. What You Need

Froma Harrop: Red states make money off green energy – West Central Tribune
Wyoming is the second windiest state, after Nebraska. It’s obvious why the wind power industry is investing $10 billion there. And it’s hard to see why any state politician would

At least 20 states have reportedly lost digital equity grant funding – Route Fifty
The Maine Connectivity Authority said that the federal government had terminated $35 million in grants to help the state build digital skills and … Source link

Only 2 Other States Taken By Online Scammers More Than Wyoming, FBI Says
Perhaps it’s the trusting nature of Wyomingites that make them vulnerable to internet scams. In 2024, scammers stole more than $43 million from Wyoming residents, which is up $30 million

East African states explore ways to foster cross-border DPI development
Representatives of government and the private sector from the eight member states of the East African Community (EAC), as well as international development partners, have been discussing ways of enhancing

States Weighing Response to Trump’s Cancellation of Digital Equity Funding
WASHINGTON, May 12, 2025 – State broadband offices and nonprofits received notice on Friday that digital equity grants had been canceled. States are weighing their next steps. Toni Hamburg Clithero,