All States and Territories Get NTIA Approval on BEAD

Every state and territory received NTIA approval for their BEAD plans, the agency said Tuesday. NTIA said about $37 billion in BEAD funding was made available (see [Ref:2410100002). "States and territories must now submit a final proposal" detailing the "outcome of the provider selection process and how they will ensure universal broadband coverage," said a news release. The agency noted that 16 states and territories have "finalized the homes and businesses that will be connected via BEAD-supported projects." Eight states have begun selecting ISPs. Louisiana became the first state on Monday to release its final proposal for public comment, NTIA said.