Tag: Federal Program
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Federal Broadband Program Ends, Leaving Ohioans Disconnected
WASHINGTON, D. C. – A federal program that brought affordable broadband internet to over 1 million households in Ohio has expired, putting many at risk of losing connectivity. Despite efforts to extend funding, the Affordable Connectivity Program, established under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, ceased operations on Friday. Ohioans’ Access to Broadband Hangs in the Balance…
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Federal Program Providing Low-Cost Internet Set to Expire, Leaving Millions Vulnerable
A federal program that has provided low or no-cost internet for approximately 23 million American households is on the verge of ending, raising concerns about exacerbating the nation’s digital divide. The Affordable Connectivity Program, initiated during the pandemic, has depleted its funds, leaving many families uncertain about their digital access in the coming months. The…
