The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) received a $6,500,627.76 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the State Digital Equity Planning and Capacity Grant Program (CFDA 11.032). The grant's purpose is to implement the Nebraska Digital Equity Plan, which was developed under a previous State Digital Equity Planning Grant. Key activities to be performed include:
- Increasing the number of broadband providers in Nebraska offering affordable plans for low-income households through outreach, advocacy, and education
- Developing or expanding programs to provide digital skills training and support to underserved populations
- Supporting efforts by Nebraska hospitals, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to increase the use of telehealth in the state
- Strengthening community-school partnerships to enhance digital learning opportunities
The project is expected to result in increased technology access and digital literacy, improved healthcare access in underserved areas, and enhanced emergency preparedness and essential services for residents across Nebraska. NDOT plans to subaward funds to implement the activities outlined in the state's Digital Equity Plan.
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