Transportation committee advances KDOT authority to install statewide conduit for broadband The Committee on Transportation advanced House Bill 26 47, authorizing KDOT to build and manage a statewide conduit/microduct system for optical fiber, adopting amendments that preserve carrier choice, remove bonding authority and add a reporting requirement; the bill was advanced favorably as amended.

The Kansas Committee on Transportation has taken a significant step towards enhancing broadband access by advancing a bill that authorizes the construction of a statewide optical fiber conduit system.

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KDOT proposes statewide conduit and microduct system to speed broadband deployment House Bill 2647 would allow KDOT to install conduit and microduct for fiber across state rights-of-way, lease microduct capacity to internet providers, establish a Kansas Broadband Revolving Fund funded by fees and bond proceeds, and require reporting; industry supports but seeks clarifying amendments to avoid mandated use or perceived competition with private ISPs.

Kansas is taking a bold step towards bridging the digital divide with a new bill that could revolutionize broadband access across the state!

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Kansas invests $661M to expand broadband access for over 100000 homes and businesses Kansas invests $661 million in broadband projects to connect over 100,000 homes and businesses.

Kansas is launching an ambitious $661 million initiative to connect over 100,000 homes and businesses to high-speed internet by 2026, revolutionizing access for underserved communities.

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