US EditionHuman-I-T Condemns Continued Delays in Critical Broadband Funding
- On May 21, 2025, Human-I-T, a nonprofit focused on closing the digital gap, expressed strong criticism over delays in distributing BEAD program funds in New York.
- These delays stem from ongoing political maneuvering in Washington that prevents critical funds from reaching vulnerable and marginalized communities.
- Human-I-T stresses that the BEAD program, allocating $42.45 billion to expand high-speed internet, is vital for enabling access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
- Gabe Middleton, CEO of Human-I-T, emphasized that the delay in funding is not just a procedural issue but a critical threat to the well-being of millions of Americans, urging swift action to release the allocated resources.
- The delays jeopardize millions' futures by hindering recovery and innovation, prompting Human-I-T to call for immediate resolution prioritizing underserved communities.
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