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Bridging the Digital Divide |
Governor Patrick Files Broadband Legislation to Prepare the Commonwealth for Access to Federal Stimulus FundsBill to Ensure Massachusetts Captures Funding Opportunities BOSTON – Monday, April 27, 2009 – As part of his Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state’s economic future, Governor Deval Patrick has filed legislation to help leverage federal economic recovery funds to boost broadband services throughout Massachusetts. “This bill builds on our commitment to provide broadband access to all areas of the Commonwealth, and positions the state for long-term economic growth,” said Governor Patrick. “This effort will also help streamline state zoning and permitting rules to expedite the availability of this enabling technology.” Read the Letter to the Legislature and Authorization Act >>
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