(Getty Images) Trump proposal to end Digital Equity Act is ‘serious setback,’ says state broadband chief Washington state broadband chief Aaron Wheeler said canceling the Digital Equity Act would be a "serious setback" for the state's connectivity goals. May 14, 2025 By Keely Quinlan
(Getty Images) OMB memo freezing federal funds leaves many state, local programs in limbo Several states have announced plans to sue in response to the White House memo that stops funding for most programs, including Medicaid. Jan 28, 2025 By Keely Quinlan
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, right, speaks during a meeting with US President-elect Donald Trump and other Republican governors at the Mar-a-Lago Club on January 9, 2025 in Palm Beach, Florida. (Scott Olson / Getty Images) Louisana governor asks Commerce Dept. for easier path to spend BEAD money on satellite internet Louisiana's broadband chief says the governor's letter is intended to "provide more flexibility for states to choose their own path." Jan 24, 2025 By Keely Quinlan