Massachusetts Broadband Institute Releases BEAD Plan

On July 11, the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) opened the required Benefit of the Bargain grant solicitation with the goal of submitting Massachusetts' BEAD Final Proposal by Thursday, September 4. The solicitation included eligible broadband serviceable locations (BSLs) and community anchor institutions (CAIs). The solicitation included required changes to the Subgrantee Selection Process. The grant application deadline was July 31, 2025. Public comment for the draft of the Massachusetts BEAD Final Proposal opened on Wednesday, August 27 and closed on Wednesday, September 3. During this time, members of the public submitted comments and/or feedback about the draft BEAD Final Proposal. The Massachusetts BEAD Final Proposal is subject to approval by NTIA. MBI will submit the draft BEAD Final Proposal to NTIA on Thursday, September 4.