The U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing grants and loans totaling $714 million to rural Americans in order to give them access to low-cost, high-speed internet. This funding comes from the ReConnect program of the Administration, which raises money from the private sector to pay for infrastructure development expenses.
High-speed internet can help rural communities, making them healthier and more dynamic places to live, learn, and work. The internet is necessary for accessing education, healthcare, and employment. For rural Americans who live further away from healthcare institutions, access to telehealth is especially essential.
You can view interactive ReConnect Program Service Area Map here.
