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The below guidance is for informational purposes only and is intended solely to assist Eligible Entities in better understanding the NTIA BEAD program, the requirements set forth in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for this program, and relevant follow-on guidance.The guidance does not and is not intended to supersede, modify, or otherwise alter applicable statutory or regulatory requirements, or the specific application requirements set forth in the NOFO. In all cases, statutory and regulatory mandates, and the requirements set forth in the NOFO, shall prevail over any…
This document is intended solely to assist recipients in better understanding the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program and the requirements set forth in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for this program. This document does not and is not intended to supersede, modify, or otherwise alter applicable statutory or regulatory requirements, or the specific application requirements set forth in the NOFO. In all cases, statutory and regulatory mandates, and the requirements set forth in the NOFO, shall prevail over any inconsistencies contained in this document.
This Interagency Agreement (Agreement) sets forth the agreement between the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce (each hereinafter a “Covered Agency” and all collectively the “Covered Agencies”), to require coordination among the Covered Agencies for the distribution of funds for broadband deployment under the FCC’s High-Cost Programs, the programs administered by the Rural Utilities Service of USDA, and the programs…
The Interim Network Service Validation Testing Desk Reference serves as a reference guide outlining network service requirements and the network service validation testing process for Broadband Infrastructure Program (BIP) and Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) grant recipients.Download Guide (PDF)
What is the State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program?Previously, the State Digital Equity Planning Grant provided States and Territories funds to develop Digital Equity Plans. This second Program will make funds available to put the Digital Equity Plans into action. States and Territories must ensure they are reaching all of the Covered Populations within their jurisdiction.Note: Certain Native Entities are also eligible to apply for Capacity Grant and Planning Grant funding through a competitive process.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Telecommunications and Information Administration Notice of Programmatic Waiver ACTION: Notice SUMMARY: The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Infrastructure Act), enacted in November 2021, includes funding for robust investment in American infrastructure projects. The Infrastructure Act includes the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, which provides $42.45 billion of funding to achieve reliable, affordable, and high-speed Internet coverage throughout the United States. See Infrastructure Investment…
Provides program timelines to support planning activities to ensure coordination between the BEAD and DE plans.
Example agendas, targeted outcomes, and best practices for meeting with stakeholders during the planning phase. Guides are organized by stakeholder group type.
Resources on conducting local coordination including guidance on creating accessible meetings, how to conduct effective community engagement, and a Digital Inclusion Coalition guidebook discussing keys to successful coalition operations.
Local and Tribal coordination and stakeholder engagement is critical to the success of the Internet For All programs. This webinar provided an in-depth look into what successful local coordination and outreach activities look like to engage local governments, community groups, union and worker organizations, Tribal Governments, and underrepresented populations.