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Montgomery County Launches $1.1M High-Speed Internet Initiative

2/28/2025

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Montgomery County is taking a bold step to bridge the digital divide with the launch of the Maryland Home Stretch – Difficult to Serve Properties Program. This initiative offers a generous $1.1 million grant to help homes and businesses located over 300 feet from the road install high-speed internet. With up to $8,000 available per application, residents have until March 16 to apply and connect to the future.

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Story summary

Montgomery County is taking a bold step to bridge the digital divide with the launch of the Maryland Home Stretch – Difficult to Serve Properties Program. This initiative offers a generous $1.1 million grant to help homes and businesses located over 300 feet from the road install high-speed internet. With up to $8,000 available per application, residents have until March 16 to apply and connect to the future.