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  "description": "The money will be used to purchase computers and public Wi-Fi.",
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  "publishedAt": "2026-04-28T18:10:34.000Z",
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  "textContent": "April 28, 2026 — The Oregon Broadband Office selected the recipients for its $6.8 million digital connectivity awards program.\n\nThe state launched the program in February with money from the American Rescue Plan Act’s Capital Projects Fund. Each award ranged from $25,000 to $250,000 and was given out “on a competitive basis,” according to the program’s website.\n\nThe 18 finalists included libraries and community colleges, faith-based programs, and the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. The money will be used to purchase computers and “public Wi-Fi.”\n\n“Access to technology is no longer a luxury — it is essential for education, employment, and healthcare,\" said **Nick Batz** , director of the state broadband office. \"These investments will help ensure that more Oregonians can fully participate in today's digital world.”\n\nIn February, Oregon saw its $587 million BEAD spending proposal approved by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration.",
  "title": "Oregon Broadband Office Announces Digital Connectivity Awards",
  "updatedAt": "2026-05-21T21:50:48.851Z"
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