Wednesday, August 06, 2025

Trump Admin Warns States: Don't Try to Lower Broadband Prices

The Trump administration is telling states they will be shut out of a $42 billion broadband deployment fund if they set the rates that Internet service providers receiving subsidies are allowed to charge people with low incomes.

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The Trump administration is extending the deadline for states to submit their final proposals for a federal broadband program, further delaying an effort that's still largely in the planning phase after more than three years. Reporting by @stateline.org

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-- Arkansas Advocate (@arkansasadvocate.com) Apr 24, 2025 at 11:30 AM

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... The latest version of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) FAQ on the grant program, released today, is a challenge to states considering laws that would force Internet providers to offer cheap plans to people who meet income eligibility guidelines.

One state already has such a law: New York requires ISPs with over 20,000 customers in the state to offer $15 broadband plans with download speeds of at least 25Mbps, or $20-per-month service with 200Mbps speeds. ...


#1 | Posted by LampLighter at 2025-08-06 12:15 AM

Man of the people!

#2 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-06 10:04 AM

After all, it would only benefit us little people for once.

#3 | Posted by fresno500 at 2025-08-06 10:39 AM

PEDO DONNIE IS A ------- LOON

#4 | Posted by LegallyYourDead at 2025-08-06 01:38 PM

Fake news.

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#5 | Posted by sentinel at 2025-08-06 08:58 PM

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