Office of Broadband Development
The Office of Broadband Development was established in 2022 as the central broadband planning and coordination entity to encourage, foster, develop, and improve broadband within the Commonwealth. The Office aims to improve broadband accessibility for unserved and underserved communities and populations, drive job creation, promote innovation, and expand markets for Kentucky businesses and industries, and serve the needs of Kentucky's agricultural, educational, health care, and public safety systems, governmental operations, and citizens.
BEAD Program Updates
Kentucky's BEAD Project application process will begin on January 15, 2025. The application portal will be open for 60 days. Applications will be accepted from pre-qualified entities.
An interactive map of BEAD Eligible locations by county can be viewed here.