The general assembly hereby finds and determines that: The development of fast, affordable, and accessible broadband internet service throughout the state will: Drive job creation; Promote innovation; Improve the economic vitality of various industries throughout the state and the state as a whole; and Expand markets for Colorado businesses; Improved broadband access will help serve […]
As used in this part 9, unless the context otherwise requires: “Colorado broadband office” or “broadband office” means the Colorado broadband office created in section 24-37.5-903 (1). “Community anchor institution” means a: School; Library; Hospital or other health-care facility licensed or certified pursuant to section 25-1.5-103; Law enforcement, emergency medical service provider, or other public […]
The Colorado broadband office is hereby created in the office. The Colorado broadband office shall exercise its powers and perform its duties and functions under the office as if the Colorado broadband office were transferred to the office by a type 1 transfer as defined in section 24-1-105. The chief information officer shall appoint the […]
The digital inclusion grant program is created for the purpose of advancing the state’s digital inclusion priorities, which priorities include: Increasing broadband usage and access to broadband throughout the state; Improving the reliability and availability of broadband on tribal lands; Enhancing digital literacy; and Making access to broadband more affordable. The Colorado broadband office shall […]
