Ohio’s new budget includes $250 million to fund the state’s broadband expansion grant program, which helps cover the costs of laying internet cables in underserved areas of the state. This is the amount proposed by Gov. Mike DeWine. The final budget agreement does not include a Senate proposal that would have effectively banned municipalities from operating their own broadband programs. 6/30/2021
$250 Million Dedicated to Broadband Expansion
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