The Federal Communications Commission recently released new broadband maps that will be used to determine the amount of funding Ohio will receive to expand broadband access throughout the state via BEAD (the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program).
To improve the maps and ensure Ohio receives as much support as possible, we need your help!
By Jan. 13, 2023, we need as many Ohioans as possible to check the federal maps, and if there is an inconsistency about their local internet availability, submit supporting information online.
To participate:
- Search for your address at broadbandmap.fcc.gov
- Click on settings wheel and make sure ‘All wired and licensed fixed wireless’ is selected under Technology
- Is the location status correct? if not, click on ‘Location Change”
- Can the listed service providers deliver at the internet speed displayed? If not, click ‘Availability Change’
If there are any questions about this effort, please contact David Civittolo, Ohio State University Extension interim assistant director for community development, at civittolo.1@osu.edu. Thank you for helping us bring high-speed internet to all Ohioans.