“U.S. Senator Jon Tester is stressing the need to close the digital divide in rural communities that lack broadband access, without the unnecessary spending of taxpayer dollars,” a recent press release issued by Tester’s office stated.

Meanwhile, a report from HighSpeedInternet.com ranks Montana second only to Alaska as having the slowest internet rates in the nation.

• By Sidney Herald Staff

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Montana Senator Jon Tester says pandemic has shown big need for better broadband

We’ve got some work to do on high speed Internet, broadband, cell service. They’re all connected.”

Tester: Effective Rural Broadband Development is Critical Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Senator advocates for broadband expansion and data mapping improvements in Montana’s underserved areas

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Key Elements of State Broadband Programs

Programs take different forms, share common goals and activities