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Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD)

Kansas was allocated $451 million to connect all Kansans. Kansas Office of Broadband has created strategic plans to build out broadband across the state. We invite you learn more and engage with us as we move forward to connect all Kansans.

Regional Planning & Community Engagement

Reaching out to communities across the state to ensure they are equipped with the skills and resources to be good partners and support broadband buildout through the BEAD program.

Kansas Broadband Ready Communities

Designed to pave the way for improved broadband access in communities across the state, ensuring that Kansas remains at the forefront of digital connectivity.

Digital Opportunities

Learn about the Kansas Office of Broadband Developments Digital Equity Strategic Plan and resources to support affordable, accessible internet for all Kansans.

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Kansas Office of Broadband Development

In our modern world, access to high-speed internet isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity.

With so much vital information and communication moving online, communities and businesses unable to access high-quality internet connections aren’t just at a disadvantage, they are effectively disqualified from a major portion of the economy. With this in mind, providing broadband access to all communities across our state is a top priority for the Department of Commerce. 

Digital Opportunities

Partner Resources

The Kansas Office of Broadband Development’s mission is to help all Kansans bridge the digital divide through home broadband access, public broadband access, personal devices, and local technology training and support programs.

The Latest News from KOBD

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Governor Kelly Announces Applications to Open for $451.7M Internet Initiative
September 30, 2024

Governor Laura Kelly announced today that applications will open on Oct. 21 for the National Telecommunications Information and Administration (NTIA) Internet for All initiative. With the launch of the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) …

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Governor Kelly Announces Second Round of Funding to Improve Digital Skills for Kansans
September 12, 2024

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that applications are open for the second round of the Digital Opportunities to Connect Kansans (DOCK) program. A total of $1.95 million in funds will be available to …

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Governor Kelly Announces $10M for Broadband Projects in Rural Kansas
July 19, 2024

Governor Laura Kelly announced today that $10 million has been awarded to 12 Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the latest round of Broadband Acceleration Grants. The awards will be paired with an additional $12.7 million …

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Additional Resources

Broadband Funding Opportunities
Broadband Reports | Partner Agencies

Broadband in Kansas: The Challenges of Digital Access and Affordability | The Institute for Policy & Social Research (IPSR) at the University of Kansas

Kansas Office of Broadband Development Staff

CONTACT

Joseph Le, Deputy Director of Broadband Development

785-230-4615

[email protected]

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Kimberlyn Jones, Digital Opportunity Program Manager

785-289-3345

[email protected]

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Morgan Barnes, Engagement and Outreach Manager

785-207-9005

[email protected]

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Stephen Shelton, Broadband Data and GIS Analyst

785-480-8150

[email protected]

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Joshua Edgar, Broadband Program Manager

785-296-3481

[email protected]

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Marie McNeal, Broadband Grant Program Manager

785-296-3481

[email protected]

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Casey Russell, Broadband Infrastructure Program Manager

785-296-3481

[email protected]

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Shelley Paasch, Broadband Partnerships Coordinator

785-276-9995

[email protected]

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Jessica Henry, Broadband Grant Compliance and Reporting Manager

785-250-8277

[email protected]

The Kansas Office of Broadband Development was established in 2020 to help ensure all Kansans have the opportunity to live, work, learn and compete

in a global economy by improving universal access to quality, affordable and reliable broadband.

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