{"id":85064,"date":"2026-04-21T15:08:02","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T20:08:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/?p=85064"},"modified":"2026-04-21T15:57:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T20:57:35","slug":"office-of-broadband-announces-16-3-million-in-new-grant-funding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/ja\/2026\/04\/office-of-broadband-announces-16-3-million-in-new-grant-funding\/","title":{"rendered":"Office of Broadband Announces $16.3 Million in New Grant Funding"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/No-alt-text-provided-for-this-image-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A large spool of orange cable is positioned on the edge of a cultivated field. A small black-roofed building is visible in the distance. The sky is clear.\" class=\"wp-image-85065\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/No-alt-text-provided-for-this-image-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/No-alt-text-provided-for-this-image-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/No-alt-text-provided-for-this-image-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/No-alt-text-provided-for-this-image-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/No-alt-text-provided-for-this-image-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/No-alt-text-provided-for-this-image-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.kansascommerce.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/No-alt-text-provided-for-this-image.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced $16.3 million is available to improve broadband infrastructure through the Broadband Acceleration Grant (BAG) program. The program is designed to offset high costs that are required for building networks in places where distance and low population density make private investment difficult to attain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cHigh-speed internet is an industry standard and should be available for use on a daily basis by individuals and businesses alike,\u201d <strong>\u30c7\u30d3\u30c3\u30c9\u30fb\u30c8\u30fc\u30e9\u30f3\u30c9\u526f\u77e5\u4e8b\u517c\u5546\u52d9\u9577\u5b98\u306f\u6b21\u306e\u3088\u3046\u306b\u8ff0\u3079\u305f\u3002<\/strong>. \u201cThe BAG program supports the prosperous future we\u2019re building for all Kansas residents which includes having reliable and affordable access to broadband infrastructure, regardless of zip code.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In its sixth year, through the bipartisan Eisenhower Legacy Transportation Program (IKE), the Broadband Acceleration Grant program aims to provide high-quality, reliable broadband access throughout the state, prioritizing unserved areas, economically distressed communities and areas of compelling need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cBroadband directly affects every industry and every person \u2014 and that\u2019s why KDOT is an essential partner of this grant program and why we are committed to bringing broadband access to all of Kansas,\u201d <strong>Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed said.<\/strong> \u201cWorking together, across agencies, we share the sentiment that this program is working to help our local leaders overcome challenges and make important infrastructure improvements that benefit communities and the state.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since the program was launched, Kansas has invested $31.3 million in broadband grants to communities and businesses across the state. Over the last five years, high-speed internet has been delivered to more than 12,000 homes and businesses in 37 counties. The effort leverages an additional $38 million in matching funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe BAG program is more than just another grant opportunity \u2014 these grants are investments in people and places,\u201d <strong>Director of Broadband Development Bill Abston said<\/strong>. \u201cStrong infrastructure in Kansas \u2014 and specifically rural parts \u2014 help us remain a viable, competitive and connected place for new families and businesses \u2014 today and for future generations.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The grant application period will begin at 3:00 p.m. Monday, April 27, and remain open until 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 12. To apply for the Broadband Acceleration Grant program, click <a href=\"https:\/\/gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%2FCL0%2Fhttps%3A%252F%252Fkansascommerce.my.site.com%252FGrants%252Fs%252Flogin%252FSelfRegister%253FstartURL%3D%25252FGrants%25252Fs%25252F%2F1%2F0101019db19e9148-8254a33f-e564-4c0b-93b8-57bb3f50cb65-000000%2FqNO4K4WVNkVQ6SEC9f4YPRni_EzOudhb5c7BzpLPZQI%3D452&amp;data=05%7C02%7CDesirae.Copeland1%40ks.gov%7C391b113573674b0b82fa08de9fe07c69%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C639123983769582513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=9ZVFo%2F0jDKCXWjAt9tEWGucyCOznggD4axYPl5mPHtA%3D&amp;reserved=0\">\u3053\u308c<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Office of Broadband Development will host a kickoff webinar at 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 27. To register, click <a href=\"https:\/\/gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%2FCL0%2Fhttps%3A%252F%252Fevents.gcc.teams.microsoft.com%252Fevent%252F94258d5f-03bc-463f-93e8-419ec27c66ff%40dcae8101-c92d-480c-bc43-c6761ccccc5a%2F1%2F0101019db19e9148-8254a33f-e564-4c0b-93b8-57bb3f50cb65-000000%2FMqvKNedB1z_vUdkaL1Q8AoXvHzT37hHlmCQymYqP1vg%3D452&amp;data=05%7C02%7CDesirae.Copeland1%40ks.gov%7C391b113573674b0b82fa08de9fe07c69%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C639123983769602935%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=RcwC6al2spomMtkkiJ65uaEUcbOsSsuWYVrk9%2FFKw98%3D&amp;reserved=0\">\u3053\u308c<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>About the Kansas Office of Broadband Development:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Established in 2020 by Governor Laura Kelly through Executive Order, the Kansas Office of Broadband Development (KOBD) is committed to ensuring all Kansans have the opportunity to live, work, learn and compete in a digital economy. KOBD accomplishes this by administering state and federal funding to support critical broadband infrastructure and expand access to high-speed internet. These efforts help enhance workforce readiness, education, digital opportunities and economic development across the state.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>\u30ab\u30f3\u30b6\u30b9\u5dde\u5546\u52d9\u7701\u306b\u3064\u3044\u3066<\/strong><\/em>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p 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