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The two technicians behind BEAD’s first connected home

In May, a farm near Ogallala, Nebraska, became the first home reported to be connected through the BEAD program.

Tommy Clift Aug 17, 2026 5:00am

US government capitol building Washington DC

Is permitting reform streamlining or steamrolling?

Apr 17, 2026 6:21pm

Uncle Sam

Is BEAD turning into a dud? Voices raise concerns about the program

Mar 13, 2026 1:11pm

US flag next to wireless tower

CBNG CEO: U.S. FWA market is more developed than global peers

Feb 23, 2026 2:45pm

red memo capitol hill

Is NTIA taking aim against SpaceX with BEAD?

Feb 5, 2026 12:49pm

permitting panel

Staggering railroad permit costs are still a big problem

Feb 4, 2026 2:00pm