Broadband Technology Opportunities Program
The Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) is an approximately $4 billion grant program administered by NTIA to help bridge the technological divide; create jobs; and improve education, health care, and public safety in communities across the country. Funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, BTOP projects are deploying broadband Internet infrastructure, enhancing and expanding public computer centers, and encouraging the sustainable adoption of broadband service.
See also: NTIA's Recovery Act broadband programs
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Remarks by Assistant Secretary Strickling at NTCA's Broadband Adoption Summit
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Thank you, Shirley for the kind introduction. It is great to be here this morning to speak with all of you.
One of the priorities of the Obama Administration is expanding affordable access to and adoption of high-speed Internet in America. This is a key element of the President's strategy to build the innovation economy of the future -- one that supports new and better jobs, and enhances America's global competitiveness.
Third Quarterly Status Report Regarding BTOP
Pursuant to Section 6001(d)(4) of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act or Act) (Public Law No. 111-5), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) provides this quarterly report on the status of the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP).
Expanding Broadband Access and Adoption in Communities Across America, Overview of Grant Awards
This report includes statistical information about the BTOP program, including where to find information about all projects awarded. NTIA believes that BTOP projects, brought to their conclusion, will serve as models for future investments that will further accelerate and expand access to and adoption of broadband across America.