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States Unite to Close Digital Divide with New Programs

1/30/2025

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States are taking bold steps to bridge the digital divide with the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) and Digital Equity Act (DEA) programs. BEAD aims to make affordable broadband accessible to all, while DEA empowers communities with essential digital skills. Together, they promise to unlock economic potential and improve health outcomes, but sustained federal support is vital for universal access.

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Story summary

States are taking bold steps to bridge the digital divide with the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) and Digital Equity Act (DEA) programs. BEAD aims to make affordable broadband accessible to all, while DEA empowers communities with essential digital skills. Together, they promise to unlock economic potential and improve health outcomes, but sustained federal support is vital for universal access.