Judge ordered the Digital Equity Act grant program restarted with new limits
A federal judge said the $2.75 billion broadband-access grant program can proceed, but without race-based eligibility criteria, putting NTIA implementation and any appeal back in motion. (sources: www.route-fifty.com, law.justia.com)
The court ruling allows the Digital Equity Act grant program to proceed with revised guidelines. The National Telecommunications and Information Administration will oversee the implementation of the program.
- The Digital Equity Act grant program has a budget of $2.75 billion.
- The judge's ruling includes new limitations on race criteria for grant eligibility.
- The National Telecommunications and Information Administration is responsible for implementing the program.
Why it matters
The ruling impacts the distribution of federal funds aimed at improving digital access and equity.
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