Salt Lake City (ABC4) — Utah can now apply to receive more than $7.7 million to “provide individuals and communities with the tools, skills, and opportunities they need” to benefit from high-speed internet.
Department of Commerce National Telecommunications Information Administration The announcement was made Friday as part of the Biden-Harris administration’s “.internet for everyoneInitiatives ‘an important part of President Biden’investing in america” Agenda.
More than $800 million is reportedly available nationwide in the national budget. Digital Equity Law National Capacity Program.
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo said in a press release that President Biden is committed to ensuring everyone in Utah and across the country has access to affordable, reliable, high-speed internet service. Ta.
Additionally, Raimondo said the Department of Commerce’s efforts to build high-speed internet infrastructure are “only part of the equation.”
“Utah families need the tools and skills they need to make the most of their internet connection, and that’s the $7.7 million opportunity we’re announcing today,” Raimondo said. “President Biden’s Digital Equity Initiative will make the promise of the internet a reality for all Utahns, no matter where they live or what their background is.”
The press release said states will use the funds to begin implementing the policy. digital stock plan.
“Utah will leverage Capacity Grant funding to fully integrate into modern society through universal access to affordable high-speed internet, secure and reliable devices, and training to achieve digital independence.” We aim to make it possible for you to participate,” the press release states.
