Not only has the Affordable Connectivity Program proven itself to be a practical investment delivering long term dividends in every sector, research has shown that higher levels of broadband adoption lead to higher incomes, and lower unemployment. #ExtendACP #ACP

Appreciate Task & Purpose drawing attention to the Veterans and military families that could be impacted by ACP’s end: taskandpurpose.com/news/millions-…

Our State Digital Equity Implementation Manual is the perfect companion to our upcoming webinars on the Capacity Grant Program (4/26) and Digital Inclusion Grant Strategies: Collaborative Partnerships (4/29). Download for practical tips & best practices: digitalinclusion.org/state-digital-…

ANNOUCEMENT: Connected Nation is working with three nonprofits across the US to distribute 5,000 eero (an Amazon company) mesh wifi devices to underserved homes.

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#ConnectedNation

Looking to improve your Digital Equity Act Competitive Grant application strategy? Join us on Monday, April 29 for a webinar exploring how to build successful partnerships crucial for federal grant success. Register now: digitalinclusion-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Part 2 of our 3-part series dives into what States & Territories need to know about the State Digital Equity Capacity Grant program, including potential funding amounts, grant requirements, application details & how to prepare. Read more on our blog: digitalinclusion.org/blog/2024/04/2…

With the end of the Affordable Connectivity Program on the horizon if Congress fails to act soon, ISPs are beginning to reveal their plans to fill the #ACP 's gaps.

Via Fierce Network: fierce-network.com/broadband/inte…

The ACLU joined 270 other civil rights groups and local, state, and tribal governments in a letter addressed to House Republicans and House Democrats in support of saving #ACP . Read more StateScoop

If lawmakers don't act, 23 million Americans could lose internet access or be forced to pay higher prices to keep subscriptions. Via Capital B

dailyyonder.com/millions-may-l…

Join our webinar this Friday, 2-3pm, to learn about NTIA's State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program. Get specifics on the NOFO, prep for subgrant programs, and ask your questions. Looking forward to seeing you there! Register here: digitalinclusion-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Bipartisan Governors from across the political spectrum called on policy makers to #ExtendACP . Voters also agree: in a rare bipartisan consensus, continuing the #ACP is backed by a strong majority of voters including 62% of Republicans, 78% of Independents, and 96% of Democrats.

It’s our responsibility to not let the digital divide widen. More than 23 million households rely on the #ACP to stay connected to affordable, reliable high-speed internet. We must #ExtendACP now to ensure every American has access. pewtrusts.org/en/research-an…

We’re making one last push to remind Congress why the ACP is so popular… hint, it’s effective!

Here are just some of the many opinion pieces showing ACP's positive impact nationwide. #ExtendACP
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Thanks to the Senate Sponsors of the Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act of 2024! This game-changing, market driven approach to expanding digital connectivity has effectively created new on-ramps to shared prosperity and economic growth nationwide. #ExtendACP #ACP

Thank you for your leadership! Over 200 Democratic Reps along with more than 20 Republican Reps have signed on as co-sponsors of The #ACP Extension Act of 2024. ​​With over 23 million households enrolled, the success, reach, and impact of the program are unmatched. #ExtendACP

🚨The window is closing for Congress to protect #ACP ! That's why we've joined 270 organizations to encourage House members to back the Yvette D. Clarke's discharge petition, forcing a vote on the Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act: bit.ly/4azJGyd

What is AI? Join NDIA and @edsafeai today for a national day of action. Explore ailiteracyday.org for valuable lessons for classrooms and after-school programs, plus professional development opportunities for educators.

We have less than 2 weeks for Congress to protect millions of Americans' right to #InternetForAll

⏳ Time is running out for Congress to save the #ACP ! That’s why we joined 270 orgs urging members of the House to sign Yvette D. Clarke’s discharge petition to force a vote on the Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act: bit.ly/4azJGyd

#FundACP #DigitalDivide

Calling all current and prospective broadband partners and collaborators! Help us shape Illinois’ connected future. Join us for the Illinois Broadband Lab’s (IBL) inaugural Illinois Connected Summit, co-hosted by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA )