The state is now accepting applications for up to $266 million in ConnectMT funds to expand access to reliable broadband and close the digital divide throughout Montana. The program will conduct a series of informational webinars beginning Thursday to support applicants through the submission process. Applications are due April 8th. About 1 in...
The State of Montana Requests Information on Broadband Mapping Platforms
The state has released a Request for Information to support the ConnectMT Act broadband program a step toward expanding reliable access to broadband throughout Montana. The ConnectMT Program will allocate $275 million to Montanans’ broadband infrastructure to start closing the digital divide for the Treasure State. https://northernbroadcastin...
Gianforte Signs Broadband Infrastructure Bill Into Law
Montana is the 46th ranked state for broadband access according to Federal Communications Commission data published in January. One in three residents in Montana doesn’t have broadband access which is three times the national average and it’s even worse in rural Montana where three in five lack broadband access. Only 12 of the state’s 5...