Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Oklahoma Aims for 95% Internet Access by 2028

9/30/2025

45 7

Summary

Story summary

Oklahoma's Broadband Office targets 95% internet access by 2028 and aims to exceed by next year.
Oklahoma shifts from fiber to fixed wireless and satellite to cut costs, risking service quality.
The BEAD program has allocated $42 billion for broadband. Oklahoma's funding is now $550 million, down from $797 million, pending guidance from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).

1 of 1

Story summary

Oklahoma's Broadband Office targets 95% internet access by 2028 and aims to exceed by next year.
Oklahoma shifts from fiber to fixed wireless and satellite to cut costs, risking service quality.
The BEAD program has allocated $42 billion for broadband. Oklahoma's funding is now $550 million, down from $797 million, pending guidance from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).