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Award ExecutedPennsylvaniaOctober 2, 2026 Opportunity

Pennsylvania announces $448 million in BEAD funding awards across 50 counties

Governor Shapiro and the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority announced more than $448 million in initial BEAD funding to expand high-speed internet access. The funding will support projects in 50 counties, with remaining program funds expected to be awarded before the end of the year. ISP executives such as Upward Broadband's president publicly praised the award for enabling rural buildouts.

Providers: Upward Broadband · Amount: $448.0M Source
Award ExecutedPennsylvaniaOctober 2, 2026

Pennsylvania awards over $448 million in first BEAD funding round

Gov. Josh Shapiro announced Pennsylvania awarded more than $448 million in federal broadband funding to projects in 50 counties, expected to connect about 71,000 homes and businesses. This marks the state's first round of grants under its $711 million BEAD proposal, which NTIA approved in April 2026.

Amount: $448.0M Source
Award ExecutedPennsylvaniaOctober 2, 2026 Opportunity

Pennsylvania awards over $448M in BEAD funds across 50 counties

Governor Shapiro and the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority announced more than $448 million in initial BEAD funding to expand high-speed internet access, supporting projects in 50 counties. The state says all remaining program funds will be awarded before the end of the year.

Amount: $448.0M Source

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