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The federal government has given the green light to Nevada’s initial plan for $416.6 million in taxpayer-funded grant money to expand access to high-speed Internet across the state.

According to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Nevada’s plan outlines strategies to deliver high-speed Internet access to areas lacking coverage or connectivity. Nevada is among the first states to achieve access to funds, which are part of a broader $42.5 billion program under the Biden administration’s Internet for All initiative.

Alan Davidson, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information and NTIA Administrator, hailed the announcements as a significant step forward in closing the digital divide across the country.

“Kansas, Nevada, and West Virginia have developed robust plans tailored to their specific needs, aimed at deploying dependable, cost-effective high-speed Internet service throughout their states,” Davidson stated.

With the initial plan approved, Nevada has a year to finalize its proposal. The final proposal will provide detailed strategies ensuring comprehensive coverage to all unserved and underserved areas within the state.