HELP FOR LOCAL SCHOOLS, LIBRARIES TO BOOST BROADBAND

(BOLTON, Mississippi) – Today, Congressman Bennie Thompson announced that schools and libraries can apply for additional funding from the American Rescue Plan to increase broadband services now through October 13^th. Local schools and libraries can learn more about eligibility and apply HERE.

Mississippi already applied for $21,104,090.16 million from the Emergency Connectivity Fund during the first application filing period this summer. The FCC expects to grant up to the full request pending a final review of those applications. Now, due to high interest in the program and additional funding still available, the FCC has opened a second application filing window for Mississippi to request additional funds now through October 13^th.

Funding for the Emergency Connectivity Fund was made possible by the American Rescue Plan Congressman Thompson helped pass earlier this year.

"Now more than ever, reliable broadband is essential for learning," said Congressman Thompson. "I strongly encourage local schools and libraries to take advantage of this program to provide our students with the tools they need for success."

Click here to learn more about the FCC's Emergency Connectivity Fund.