This week, the White House announced a commitment from 20 internet providers across the country – including those that serve Nevada households – to help reduce costs for consumers while increasing internet speeds. Between the American Rescue Plan funds and other available federal dollars, Nevada is investing over $500 million for high-speed internet initiatives.
Last month, the Interim Finance Committee approved more than $200 million for the Office of Science, Innovation and Technology to pursue universal access to high-speed internet for all Nevadans. Those Funds will help build fiber into nearly every community throughout the state, including tribal communities. Funds will help build fiber to community anchor institutions and residences in nearly every community throughout the state.
The full press release can be found here: Federal program to help connect more Nevadans to low-cost high-speed internet access
Updates from the Governor’s Office
Pre-applications now being accepted for Child Care Expansion Grant funds
CDFI Created in Southern Nevada Using Settlement Funds
Nevada State Transportation Contracts Announced This Month Will Support 635 Jobs
Federal Updates
Cortez Masto Announces Historic Preservation Grants to Nevada and Tribes
Cortez Masto, Moran Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support New Business Development & Growth
Rosen, Colleagues Urge Defense Secretary to Protect Reproductive Rights for Servicemembers
Rosen Discusses Vote on Women’s Health Protection Act with ABC News
In Floor Speech, Rosen Calls on Senate to Protect Women’s Reproductive Rights
Rep. Titus Introduces Our Public Buildings Act
Rep. Lee Announces More Than $48 Million in Federal Funding for Affordable Housing in Nevada
Rep. Susie Lee Introduces Community-Based Workforce Development Act
Rep. Lee Speaks on House Floor Urging Senate to Protect a Woman’s Right to Choose
State Agency and Local Government Updates
Nevadans reminded of COVID-19 resources; cases expected to rise through May
Clark County Receives Three Achievement Awards From National Association Of Counties
CCSD Board Of School Trustees Meeting Recap
Articles of Interest
Housing aid dominates local government plans for spending COVID relief money (NV Independent)
Gaming regulators approve MGM Resorts’ purchase of the Cosmopolitan operations (NV Independent)
Washoe school board confirms Susan Enfield as its new leader (NV Independent)
Was it the mob?: Body found in Lake Mead brings plenty of speculation (LVRJ)
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