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Trump Order Protects $42.5B Broadband Program Amid Energy Cuts

1/24/2025

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The Trump administration has clarified that its executive order halting funding targets only certain energy projects, leaving the $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program intact. As discussions about broadband access and affordability continue, states like Louisiana are advocating for a shift towards alternative technologies over traditional fiber options.

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The Trump administration has clarified that its executive order halting funding targets only certain energy projects, leaving the $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program intact. As discussions about broadband access and affordability continue, states like Louisiana are advocating for a shift towards alternative technologies over traditional fiber options.