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The Rural eConnectivity Program (ReConnect)
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Open Date:
3/22/2024
Close Date:
5/21/2024
Eligible Recipients:
- Cooperative
- Educational Institution
- Local Government
- Native/Tribal Entity
- Non-profit
- Private Sector
- State Government
Program Purpose:
- Economic Development
- Telecommunications / Broadband
Reserved for Energy
Communities?
No
Upcoming Milestones:
Beginning on March 22, 2024, applications can be submitted through the RUS on-line application portal until 11:59 a.m. Eastern on May 21, 2024 . Applications will not be accepted after May 21,2024 until a new application opportunity has been opened with the publication of an additional NOFO in the Federal Register.
Bureau/Office:
Rural Utilities Service
Funded by:
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Overview
The Rural eConnectivity Program (ReConnect) Program provides loans, grants, and loan/grant combinations to facilitate broadband deployment in rural areas. In facilitating the expansion of broadband services and infrastructure, the program will fuel long-term economic development and opportunities in rural America.
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Funding Details
Funding Source:
- Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL)
Funding Type:
Grant - match required
Total Amount Available:
Limit per Applicant:
$25,000,000
Estimated Awards:
Applicant Guidance
More information can be found on the ReConnect webpage.