*Please Note: NTIA released a Policy Notice on June 6, 2025, restructuring and updating the BEAD Program. PBDA anticipates updates to this webpage as PBDA incorporates and implements NTIA’s Policy Notice.
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The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program aims to help residents and businesses gain access to affordable high-speed internet through investments in broadband planning, deployment, mapping, equity, and adoption activities. Visit the BEAD Program webpage for details on program guidelines, how to apply, eligibility requirements, funding uses, and resources available for application creation.
Given the June 6th BEAD Restructuring Policy Notice from NTIA, PBDA deferred all Round One applications and will establish a BEAD Round Two – the federally required “Benefit of the Bargain” Round. The PBDA is currently developing a timeline and updated process for BEAD Round Two and will update content on this webpage as it is available.
If you have any questions about the BEAD program you may contact us at ra-dcpbda_bead@pa.gov
