New Mexico seeks federal release of delayed $293 million for broadband projects

By: Danielle Prokop

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: March 20, 2026

Words: 398

Last Updated: 14 hours, 24 minutes ago

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Following delays from federal officials, New Mexico’s agency to expand broadband is seeking the release of $293 million in promised funds to boost internet access.

Leadership at the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion said that funding allotted for 31 projects across the state remains in limbo after the Trump Administration failed to release guidelines for how to spend the money.

The money is part of a larger $675 million allocation to New …

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