BEAD Funding Status – All State Awards – Oct. 2025
October 2025 update — Full list of BEAD broadband funding allocations, state award data, and NTIA submission status across the U.S.
The BEAD (Broadband Equity Access and Deployment) program aims to expand high-speed internet access in underserved communities. It focuses on enhancing digital equity nationwide, offering grants to improve infrastructure and connectivity.
October 2025 update — Full list of BEAD broadband funding allocations, state award data, and NTIA submission status across the U.S.
Nebraska’s BEAD plan leaves over $350M unused and connects just 1,300 homes, placing last in fiber broadband progress in the Midwest.
ADECA submits Alabama’s final BEAD proposal to NTIA, covering to 101,000 broadband locations while saving over $800 million in deployment
Alaska’s BEAD broadband plan reveals per-location costs topping $113k. Analysts warn fiber-only strategies may fail federal cost tests
Nevada commits $327M to broadband projects, connecting 50,000 homes, businesses, and community sites with fiber, wireless, and satellite.
Connecticut’s $154M fiber build shows how Comcast, Verizon & Charter shape future IPv4 demand and broadband investment nationwide.
The IPv4 market remains stable with strong demand and competitive pricing. BEAD funding in 2026 could drive the next wave of price increases.
New York launches $636M broadband expansion, funding fiber, wireless, and satellite projects to connect 54,000 homes under the BEAD program
Ohio awards Starlink $51.6M to deliver broadband to 31,000 homes. Satellite wins 41% of BEAD sites, the largest share in the state.
36 states finalize BEAD plans, submitting proposals to NTIA detailing broadband strategies, funding allocations, and chosen technology.