#Broadband

Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke signs law to establish state Broadband Office, expand digital navigator program

The landmark legislation strengthens the state’s commitment to closing the digital divide and ensuring all Hawaiʻi residents have access to reliable internet and the digital skills needed to thrive.

Hawai‘i County Council gives nod to measures that will further Big Island broadband connectivity initiatives

Hawai‘i County looks to receive a total of $275,000 in grant funds to help develop and implement a plan to achieve equitable internet access around the island and help sign up households for financial aid to get broadband access.

Ige Signs into Law Bills to Improve Broadband Statewide

Gov. David Ige signed into law a package of bills that advance the governor’s effort improve digital access for all communities across the state.

Puna Town Hall Meeting Addresses Telehealth, Broadband

With a massive physician shortage statewide, officials are looking to the technology of Telehealth to care for Hawai‘i’s rural communities.

DBEDT Solicits Services to Create Broadband Infrastructure Partnership

DBEDT issued a Request for Proposal for structuring services to create a broadband infrastructure partnership in an effort to aid the growth strategy.

USDA Accepting Broadband Service Grant Applications

The United States Department of Agriculture is seeking applicants for 2015 Community Connect program grants.