R14-2-B1218. Purpose

The purpose of the E-rate Broadband Special Construction Project Matching Fund Program is to provide state funds for special construction projects involving the deployment of broadband to schools and libraries in Arizona so that Arizona schools and libraries may obtain federal matching funds under the FCC Universal Service Fund’s Schools and Libraries Program. This Part shall be interpreted to maximize the availability of internet access to schools and libraries within Arizona and to maximize potential support from the FCC Universal Service Fund’s Schools and Libraries Program to fill any connectivity gap in Arizona.