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Pennsylvania Loses $35 Million in Federal Internet Funding

6/7/2025

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Pennsylvania faces a staggering loss of over $35 million in federal funding for high-speed internet expansion, following the Trump administration's cancellation of two grant programs tied to the Digital Equity Act. This setback jeopardizes vital efforts to enhance digital literacy and access for underserved communities, sparking expected legal challenges against the funding withdrawal.

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Pennsylvania faces a staggering loss of over $35 million in federal funding for high-speed internet expansion, following the Trump administration's cancellation of two grant programs tied to the Digital Equity Act. This setback jeopardizes vital efforts to enhance digital literacy and access for underserved communities, sparking expected legal challenges against the funding withdrawal.