The funds offered through the American Rescue Plan Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act promise to finally close the last remaining gaps in digital connectivity across the country. But as Jessica Dine writes in the trade publication For Construction Pros, this can only be accomplished with proper use of the money. Intelligent allocation geared toward maximizing the impact of each dollar spent and ensuring the success of chosen projects will go a long way in helping all states take full advantage of this one-time opportunity.
ITIF’s recent report “Ten (Suggested) Commandments for Closing the Digital Divide” provides a framework around which policymakers should shape their decisions in order to maximize the efficiency of their funds.
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