Tag: Broadband Internet

Sens. Moran, Hickenlooper, Capito, Peters Reintroduce Bill to Boost Broadband Supply Chain Transparency

U.S. Senators reintroduced the bipartisan NET Act to enhance broadband supply chain transparency via the FCC, aiming to prevent delays in federal broadband programs. The act addresses previous supply chain disruptions affecting infrastructure projects, thus ensuring reliable internet access, particularly in rural areas, and supporting the goals of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

Governor Kelly Announces More than $8M to be Invested in Digital Opportunities

Governor Laura Kelly announced the approval of the Kansas Digital Equity (DE) Plan, securing $8.2 million for implementation. The plan aims to improve high-speed internet access and digital opportunities statewide. It includes digital skills training, affordable service plans, and access to broadband-ready devices, with a focus on economic growth and equal opportunities.

Kansas embarking on five-year, $451 million project to spread high-speed internet statewide

by Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector September 4, 2023 TOPEKA — Jade Piros de Carvalho sits in the control center of...

Governor Kelly Announces Kansas Receiving Nearly $452M for High-Speed Internet Infrastructure

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that Kansas will receive $451.7 million in funding to support broadband infrastructure construction...

Sen. Moran Pledges Continued Oversight After $451 Million in Broadband Funding is Awarded to Kansas

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice and Science and...

Governor Kelly Announces Kansas Wins Nearly $43M to Build Key Infrastructure for High-Speed Internet

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the National Telecommunications Information and Administration (NTIA) has awarded the Kansas Office of Broadband Development (KOBD) nearly $43 million to develop infrastructure key to...

Kansas Launches Broadband Speed Test and Comprehensive Expansion Plan

TOPEKA – The Kansas Office of Broadband Development is developing a comprehensive strategic plan to expand broadband infrastructure statewide and...

Kansas Receives Nearly $5.7M to Expand Equitable Broadband Access

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced Kansas has received nearly $5.7 million to expand broadband access, adoption, and affordability,...

Funding Announced To Expand Broadband Access In Rural Kansas

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today $15.7 million will be awarded to seven service providers that will bring high-speed...

Audit reveals two-thirds of $48.5 million in broadband aid allocated to southern Kansas

by Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector September 14, 2022 TOPEKA — Nearly two-thirds of $48.5 million in COVID-19 funding earmarked for...

Broadband, phone discounts are available for students and families

TOPEKA – The start of a new school year is an expensive time for families. If you are struggling to...

21,000 More Kansas Homes Will Soon Be Connected to High-Speed Internet

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that more than 21,000 Kansas homes and businesses are set to receive...