EXPANDING RURAL BROADBAND IN AMERICA: CHALLENGES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND POLICY IMPLICATIONS

Maxwell L Abilla · 2025 · EPRA International Journal of Agriculture and Rural Economic Research

Summary. Rural areas in the United States lack reliable, affordable broadband access, creating economic, educational, and social inequities. This paper examines barriers to rural broadband deployment and identifies solutions including community-led initiatives, public-private partnerships, and federal programs like BEAD. The author recommends sustainable funding models, improved regulations, and emerging technologies to achieve universal connectivity and reduce digital disparities.

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Abilla, M. L.. (2025). EXPANDING RURAL BROADBAND IN AMERICA: CHALLENGES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND POLICY IMPLICATIONS. EPRA International Journal of Agriculture and Rural Economic Research. https://doi.org/10.36713/epra19817

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DOI: 10.36713/epra19817
Countries: United States
Regions: North America
Categories: broadband-and-digital, policy
Added: 2026-04-28