broadband
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PublishedJune 16, 2021
Maine lawmakers approve new broadband agency
Gov. Janet Mills is expected to sign a bill to create the Maine Connectivity Authority, which would oversee investing tens of millions of dollars for high-speed internet.
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PublishedMay 12, 2021
Our View: Maine should build its internet networks for the future
In a rare opportunity, millions in state and federal funding are available for high-speed internet. Maine must make them count for the long haul.
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PublishedMay 10, 2021
Maine moves to future-proof taxpayer-funded broadband by raising standards
Some people argue that current standards should stay in place until underserved areas are connected but others say faster speeds are needed now.
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PublishedMay 4, 2021
Mills unveils plan for COVID-19 recovery and use of more than $1 billion in federal aid
The governor says her plan is focused on immediate economic recovery from the pandemic, long-term economic growth and infrastructure revitalization.
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PublishedApril 29, 2021
Analysis: Harris to lead administration’s push to bring every American online
Biden is planning an unprecedented expansion in funding to address the digital divide during the pandemic and beyond.
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PublishedApril 27, 2021
Proposed Maine broadband agency could negotiate contracts, provide grants – and build, if it must
In a legislative committee meeting Tuesday, Gov. Janet Mills called the proposal 'one of the most important pieces of legislation' this session.
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PublishedApril 26, 2021
Biden wants local governments to provide broadband internet. Could they compete with Comcast and Verizon?
Critics, including Republican lawmakers and the cable industry, say the taxpayer-funded networks are unfair competition, discourage private investment, and are ill equipped to keep pace with technology.
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PublishedApril 26, 2021
Bipartisan plan would create Maine agency to expand broadband, with federal dollars
The Maine Connectivity Authority would be given the power and discretion to coordinate a statewide buildout of high speed internet, instead of a patchwork of local and private-sector initiatives.
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PublishedApril 22, 2021
Commentary: Broadband is good. Sprawl is not. How can Maine have one without the other?
Critical to success are multiple-community planning and engagement as well as local leadership.
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PublishedApril 7, 2021
Maine Voices: Amid information explosion, libraries have become more relevant, not less
During the pandemic, Maine’s librarians have delivered books and assisted with vaccine registration, and as the economy recovers, they’ll help with resumes and job applications.
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