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North Carolina Secures $300M for High-Speed Internet Expansion

12/24/2025

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North Carolina will start high-speed internet expansion projects in mid-2026 after receiving approval from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).
Governor Josh Stein announced over $300 million in funding to connect more than 93,000 homes, businesses, and institutions.
The initiative is part of the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, with North Carolina retaining over $1 billion from its original $1.53 billion allocation.
NCDIT Secretary Teena Piccione stated that the federal approval is essential for improving rural connectivity.

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North Carolina will start high-speed internet expansion projects in mid-2026 after receiving approval from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).
Governor Josh Stein announced over $300 million in funding to connect more than 93,000 homes, businesses, and institutions.
The initiative is part of the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, with North Carolina retaining over $1 billion from its original $1.53 billion allocation.
NCDIT Secretary Teena Piccione stated that the federal approval is essential for improving rural connectivity.