A mapping platform in Maryland that ingests infrastructure data from across agencies is helping the state spot internet coverage gaps and make smarter investments.

In a letter to state broadband offices, SpaceX claimed that federal broadband funding requirements make things difficult for satellite providers, like its Starlink service.

While managing everyday demands, there were five stories that dominated the news for state tech offices throughout 2025.

The GAO found that the NTIA did not submit its new BEAD rules to Congress and could therefore be legally ineffective.

A letter signed by 164 state legislators urges the Commerce Department to release the full amount of funds states were set to receive through the BEAD program.

"They say everything is bigger in Texas, and we certainly saw that with the effort put forth in their BEAD Final Proposal," said NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth.

New federal efforts follow rising frustrations with state and local permitting processes for building new broadband infrastructure.

A new report says that low Earth orbit satellite internet service could be a good option for new broadband buildouts, citing workforce shortages affecting fiber builds and…

What should happen to the unclaimed federal broadband funds?

With billions federal funds expected to be leftover from the BEAD program, the government claims it's saving taxpayers money. The truth is a bit more complicated.