How States Will Decide and Disburse BEAD Money
May 24 – 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm

Moderator
Christopher Mitchell
Institute for Local Self-Reliance: Director of Community Broadband NetworksThis session will focus on how states are dealing with the multiple buckets of funding for broadband infrastructure and digital equity. A conversation-based discussion will focus on how they are seeking community input in developing disbursement plans and the challenges they must overcome.
Speakers

Thomas Tyler
State of Louisiana: Deputy Director for Broadband and Connectivity
Eric Forsch
Idaho Commerce: Broadband Development Manager