California Forward
Learn more about efforts to bring affordable, reliable, high-speed broadband to unserved or underserved areas
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SACRAMENTO – In a significant victory for counties, coalition allies and all Californians, Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 156 into law, providing a historic $6 billion investment in broadband infrastructure.…
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To help address California’s broadband crisis, the Governor and Legislature have come together through recent budget actions to fund $6 billion in new broadband infrastructure and increased access for service.
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Digital NEST founder talks about closing the digital divide to give underserved communities and youth equal opportunity
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Budget deal holds promising investments in broadband and regional, inclusive economic planning
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Local & State Leaders from Across California Call for Immediate Approval of Governor Newsom’s $7 Billion Broadband Infrastructure Plan
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CA FWD Young Leaders Advisory Council members weigh in on their discussion with Assemblymembers about broadband and what needs to be done to secure an equitable digital future.
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Finally, the plan for an equitable economic recovery includes meaningful planning for an equitable economic recovery. CA FWD is encouraged that Governor Newsom is taking advantage of this historic opportunity…
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As shopping shifts online, proposed legislation would facilitate repurposing commercial property
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