Source: SOUTHERN FARM NETWORK, 1/1/21


Broadband access continues to be a major challenge in rural America. A 900-billion-dollar, year-ending aid package passed through Congress this week. While there is money available to spend on increasing broadband in rural areas, Wisconsin Democratic Representative Ron Kind says funding like this continues piecemeal efforts to solve a serious problem. “There are a variety of grant programs that are already available and broadband programs that we’re trying to enhance right now..."

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