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State Broadband Expansion Grant Program (2026) is sponsored by Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. This program aims to expand high-speed internet access in unserved and underserved areas of Wisconsin. It supports broadband construction projects in locations lacking internet speeds of at least 100 megabits per second download and 20 megabits per second upload, especially those not covered by federal programs like BEAD.
The funding comes from underspent state broadband grants and Wisconsin's Universal Service Fund.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants include organizations, telecommunications utilities, and political subdivisions of the State (city, village, town, or county) that have established a legal partnership or joint venture arrangement with an otherwise qualified organization or telecommunications utility. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $60,000,000 total available (individual award amounts not specified). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was July 27, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
State Broadband Expansion Grant Program (2026) is funded by Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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