Internet For All: Inaugural Louisiana Broadband Solutions Summit

This day-long summit will bring together critical stakeholders in Louisiana from the U.S., state, and local governments, the community, tribal communities, and other key partners to discuss coordination on broadband efforts as the state prepares to receive significant broadband funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Connecting all Louisianans to affordable, reliable high-speed internet is critical to our economic stability and this event will provide an opportunity for us to discuss ways we can work together to efficiently and effectively utilize these federal dollars to the maximum extent. The day will feature a series of keynote addresses and panel discussions about relevant next steps, planning efforts, needs, and challenges.

Tentative Agenda

Keynote Remarks by:

• Governor John Bel Edwards
• Senator Bill Cassidy
• Andy Berke, Special Representative for Broadband, NTIA

Panel Sessions on:

• Looking back on broadband in Louisiana
• Federal Funding Opportunities for the state
• The impact of GUMBO grants on communities
• Workforce development strategies

A formal launch of the state’s digital equity initiatives