The program seeks to provide homework assistance under the “Learn Without Limits” initiative. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced a funding commitment of almost $5.2 million through the…
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Treasury Approves Funding for High-Speed Internet Installations
$167 million will update infrastructure to connect 20,000 homes and businesses. The Department of the Treasury recently announced the release of $167.7 million for the development of high-speed…
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U.S. Senate Confirms Anna Gomez to FCC
The seat has been open for three years. The Senate confirmed Anna Gomez to the Federal Communications Commission this week. The previous nominee for the FCC seat, Gigi…
Read MoreCommerce Department Awards $3.5 Million to Tribal Internet Deployment
Seven tribes receive funding for broadband infrastructure. The Department of Commerce awarded $3.5 million to seven Native American Tribes, allowing them to begin constructing the infrastructure necessary for…
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USDA’s ReConnect Program Continues to Bridge Digital Divide
The broadband internet initiative will provide $700 million to rural and unserved communities. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced the ReConnect Program, an initiative…
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CISA Finds Hackers Exploited SMS Authentication Weakness
The review board’s report recommends phishing-resistant multifactor authentication. The Cyber Safety Review Board released a report, requested by Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Director Jen Easterly, on…
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HUD Announces Tools to Address Junk Rental Fees
Several online housing search platforms make formal commitments to the department. President Joe Biden and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Marcia Fudge announced this month that…
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All 50 States Commit to Participate in Internet for All
Five territories and the District of Columbia also sign on for the program. The Department of Commerce announced that all 50 states as well as five U.S. Territories…
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FCC Chair Announces ‘Learn Without Limits‘ Initiative
The commission is considering making Wi-Fi hotspots available from libraries and supplying Wi-Fi on school buses. Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is promoting changes to the E-Rate…
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White House Seeks to Make High-Speed Internet Universal
States will receive funding under the infrastructure law to implement broadband access. President Joe Biden gave an address from the White House this week, announcing $42 billion to…
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