EducationSuperHighway
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National non-profit with the mission to close the digital divide for the 17 million households that have access to the Internet but can't afford to connect.
Joined July 2012
Let’s create a new permanent broadband affordability program for those who truly need it. By focusing on 16.3M unconnected households and 3M likely to be disconnected, a new program could save $4.6B annually compared with the ACP.
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From an editable funding framework to robust resident adoption templates, the MDU Community Connect Program simplifies delivering reliable internet to communities in affordable MDUs. See how it could work for your funding options:
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Without broadband, students can’t access virtual learning resources and complete their homework. Unfortunately, millions of U.S. households can't afford to connect to home internet and are left offline, unable to explore educational opportunities.
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A new broadband affordability benefit has the potential to transform the lives of millions of U.S. households. From telehealth to remote work, internet access creates endless opportunities. #NoHomeLeftOffline #WithBroadband
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With reliable internet, Dwain can do it all. Free apartment Wi-Fi has opened new opportunities for him and his neighbors. Learn how your state can support MDU connectivity with our grant program and resources:
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Chicago is expanding connectivity by prioritizing MDUs in communities in need. The Neighborhood Broadband RFP is a critical step toward bridging the digital divide. Learn how this effort supports equitable internet access for Chicago residents:
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How can Congress create a new permanent broadband affordability benefit without taxpayer burden? Great question. By repurposing Universal Service Fund (USF) High Cost Program funds as they expire. See how:
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In 2021, the National Bureau of Economic Research found that high-speed, reliable internet access for all could raise U.S. labor productivity and add $160B annually to the U.S. economy. Broadband isn’t just a luxury—it’s essential. #NoHomeLeftOffline #InternetForAll
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The broadband affordability gap persists—but a new permanent broadband affordability benefit can connect millions of unconnected households. Congress can act now without additional taxpayer burden. #NoHomeLeftOffline #BipartisanSupport
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We applaud @BrendanCarrFCC for withdrawing the FCC’s proposed rulemaking on bulk billing agreements, which play a crucial role in closing the #digitaldivide by lifting families living in public and affordable housing MDUs out of the broadband affordability gap. #nohomeleftoffline
Brendan Carr Withdraws FCC's Bulk Billing Proposal The proposal would have taken comment on banning the practice.
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Massachusetts is making digital equity a reality through strategic partnerships and funding. Discover how these efforts are bringing reliable internet access to thousands of affordable housing residents. More on our blog:
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State Spotlight: By partnering with Public Housing Authorities, @njgov’s $20 million Public Housing Authority Connect pilot aims to utilize BEAD non-deployment funds to expand MDU connectivity at scale in vulnerable communities. More at
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For maximum impact in closing the digital divide, a new broadband affordability benefit should focus on the 19.3M households that are unconnected or likely to be disconnected.
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Congress can take immediate action in the new year to connect households that remain unconnected due to affordability. Advocate for #NoHomeLeftOffline! Our nation can only thrive if everyone is online.
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New York’s Affordable Housing Connectivity Program sets a benchmark in broadband initiatives, investing $100M to connect 100,000 MDU units to high-speed internet, advancing equitable access statewide. Learn more: #ApartmentWiFi
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The MDU Community Connect Program equips leaders with the tools to fund and implement sustainable, cost-effective Wi-Fi solutions, address affordability and reliability for affordable housing residents, and close more than 20% of the digital divide.
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The California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Public Housing Account exemplifies innovative funding strategies, expanding broadband access among households in multi-dwelling units and advancing the state's commitment to digital equity. cc: @californiapuc
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A new broadband affordability benefit can be funded by repurposing USF High Cost Program funds as they expire, providing a revenue-neutral solution to help households cut off by the expiration of the ACP to get back online and to maximize the investments made with BEAD funding.
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Congress now has an opportunity to create a new broadband affordability program without taxpayer burden starting in 2025 by repurposing funding from expiring High-Cost Programs as a first step toward modernizing the Universal Service Fund. We must advocate for #NoHomeLeftOffline.
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The inaugural awards from New York's Affordable Housing Connectivity Program will provide broadband service at $10 per month.
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