Vineland on Monday said it has received $3.7 million to expand broadband internet access from the New Jersey Broadband Infrastructure Deployment Equity grant program.

Critics say the changes prioritize “short-term gain over long-term benefits” for the federal broadband program.

In Pennsylvania, an estimated 255,000 homes and businesses can’t get internet access at broadband speeds, state data show.

Local News Broadband program changes spark hope for rural internet growth in Pa. The BEAD program's policy updates aim to enhance competition and reduce internet costs in underserved areas.

State Broadband program changes spark hope for rural internet growth in Pa. The BEAD program's policy updates aim to enhance competition and reduce internet costs in underserved areas.

The BEAD program's policy updates aim to enhance competition and reduce internet costs in underserved areas.

Trump admin prioritizes cheaper broadband options, impacting rural Pennsylvanians. Fiber optic, the gold standard, may see reduced adoption due to new rules.

News Trump administration tells Pa., other states to shift broadband focus to cheaper options Published: Jun. 18, 2025, 5:20 a.m.

Trump admin tells Pa., other states to shift broadband focus to cheaper options like Elon Musk's Starlink ...

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