ReConnect Program
Forecasted
The ReConnect Program by the Kansas Department of Transportation funds broadband infrastructure projects to expand high-speed internet access in rural Kansas communities.
Funder: Kansas Department of Transportation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027
Funding Amounts: Loans and grants; typical award size varies based on project scope; supports construction, improvement, or acquisition of broadband infrastructure.
Summary: Supports expansion of broadband infrastructure in rural Kansas through financial assistance for eligible entities.
Key Information: Applications require a state certification letter before USDA submission.
Description
The ReConnect Program, administered in partnership with the Kansas Department of Transportation, is a federal initiative designed to expand and improve broadband services in rural Kansas communities. The program provides a combination of loans and grants to support the construction, improvement, or acquisition of facilities and equipment necessary for delivering reliable broadband service in underserved rural areas. By empowering eligible entities to enhance connectivity, the program aims to foster economic development and improve quality of life across rural Kansas.
