Pelosi Statement on Broadband Grant for San Francisco
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today following the announcement of a $7.9 million Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) grant for the City and County of San Francisco. Funds were provided as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
"Technological innovation and the entrepreneurial spirit define San Francisco. Today's announcement of almost $8 million to expand broadband access recognizes our city's culture of innovation and forging creative partnerships to transform urban life, particularly for those most in need.
"These funds will serve to provide broadband resources for seniors and the disabled, increase broadband adoption, and provide in-home business skills and WiFi training. This project will create nearly 200 jobs and serve as a model for other communities.
"The Recovery Act continues to create jobs, expand opportunity and lay the groundwork for future innovation. Its $7.2 billion investment in broadband and wireless services represents a profound commitment to improving America's information infrastructure, and will pay dividends in business innovation and job creation."
SOURCE Office of the Speaker of the House
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