Albanny, New York -Two major initiatives will increase access to the Internet throughout New York.
These are known as the “affordable broadband method” and “digital equity program capacity”.
“Digital connection is not a luxury item. It is a basic right to open the economy and the door to the opportunity,” said Hochol.
Affordable Broadband Grant (ABA) was enacted in 2021 and was enacted in December 2024 after a review of the law.
With ABA, New York households that meet the conditions will be accessible to high -speed Internet at two prices.
For at least 25 megabit/second speed, $ 15 per monthA high -speed service of 200 megabits/seconds or more is available for $ 20 per month
If you participate in any of the following programs, you can get these low -income broadband plan qualifications.
Lunch of free or discounted price by national school lunch programSupplement Nutrition Support ProgramMedicadeElderly rent rental increase exemptionExemption from rent increase for people with disabilitiesAdvantages of affordable prices by utility
The $ 155 million digital equity program Capacity Grant aims to provide two -year subsidies to support the support services for communities that are not sufficiently received digital literacy, device access, and services. Masu.
The Connectall Office of Empire State Development is currently accepting applications for this program. The proposal deadline is Monday, March 24, 2025.
Connectall Initiative is part of the efforts of Governor Kathy Hochul, who expands reliable broadband access throughout New York.
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