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All Things Broadband in Washington County

(and Beyond)!

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more.

The benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if they contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.

The National Digital Equity Center provides digital skills training through 40+ classes that may be taken live (not pre-recorded) online or in person at locations throughout Maine. Classes are small group in nature, ranging in size from 5-10 participants.  Classes are designed to allow participants to get their questions answered and master the skills they need to be successful in a digital world.

Classes are free to Maine residents 

Digital equity is a condition in which all individuals and communities have the information technology capacity needed for full participation in our society, democracy and economy. Digital equity is necessary for civic and cultural participation, employment, lifelong learning, and access to essential services. YOU can help to address the digital divide in Washington County!

If your community is considering its options, or ready to get started on broadband improvements, Sunrise County Economic Council is here to assist communities across Washington County. 

SCEC can assist with forming a committee, providing community surveys, locating grant funding, and more!

Take our one question poll.