Gov. Tony Evers and the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) on Monday announced the release of the Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access’ fifth annual report. The 2025 report provides an update on work by the Evers administration to expand access, adoption and affordability of high-speed internet across Wisconsin. It also makes recommendations for state investments in broadband programs.
The task force’s recommendations to the governor and the Wisconsin State Legislature in its 2025 annual report includes:
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Investing additional state budget funding for broadband expansion to ensure all Wisconsinites have access to high-speed internet;
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Prioritizing the deployment of fiber technology where practicable and other quality technology solutions in harder to reach areas;
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Collaborating with infrastructure owners, Diggers Hotline, internet service providers and utility locators to ensure streamlined and timely locating processes to avoid delays in broadband deployment and construction;
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Investing in and supporting comprehensive, statewide workforce development efforts, youth apprenticeships, worker training programs, and awareness campaigns to ensure a sufficient, skilled workforce for broadband deployment, operation, and maintenance;
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Advocating for the development and implementation of state-level solutions to maintain broadband affordability for low-income households following the end of the Affordable Connectivity Program; and
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Improving digital literacy and cybersecurity awareness by educating and empowering Wisconsinites to use digital skills and artificial intelligence responsibly, effectively, and in ways that improve their lives.
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The full 2025 report is available here.
