Gov. Tony Evers announced in a press release today the release of the Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access’ fourth annual report. Building upon findings from the previous task force reports, the 2024 report provides an update on achievements under Gov. Evers and the Evers administration to expand access, adoption, and affordability of high-speed internet across Wisconsin. The fourth annual report makes recommendations for the state to efficiently deploy federal broadband funds while sustaining and extending this progress through ongoing state investment and initiatives to advance digital equity.
The task force makes the following recommendations, among others, to the governor and the Wisconsin Legislature in its 2024 report:
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Support continued investment of state broadband funding to ensure high-speed, long-term, reliable internet service for all;
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Prepare for the efficient, transparent, and accountable deployment of federal broadband investments through workforce training and improved permitting and locating processes;
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Improve coordination with Tribal Nations and local communities to encourage involvement and participation in the rollout of federal funds;
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Ensure all Wisconsinites have access to affordable internet through federal or state action to continue the ACP or similar initiative; and
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Connect all Wisconsinites to internet enabled device(s) and assistive technologies that meet their needs, including for telehealth, education, job readiness, and workforce development.
The full report is available here.
More information about the Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access, including previous reports, can be found on the PSC website.
