Washington is now accepting applications for the BEAD rural broadband funding program, with $1.2 billion available. The first round's deadline is January 31, 2025.
Funding will be awarded based on primary criteria such as minimizing costs, service affordability, and fair labor practices, impacting how projects are funded.
Secondary criteria include speed to deployment and local coordination. Extra points can be earned for subsidizing user devices and providing digital literacy programs.
The state may conduct up to three application rounds, with the potential for direct negotiations with providers for unclaimed areas after the second round.
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