Help Newport secure funding for Better Broadband! The state challenge process gives Rhode Islanders an opportunity to update the FCC's existing map of locations where BEAD (Broadband Equity Access & Deployment) funding can be deployed in Rhode Island and represents the next step in unlocking the state's $108.7M BEAD allocation.
We will be delivering internet service to locations with no connection or with slow and unreliable access. Let us know about the current quality of your connection by submitting challenges. we encourage residents to help ConnectRI develop more accurate internet service data information by participating in a simple online speed test through the portal. The challenge process portal opened May 29, 2024 and will remain open for at least 30 days. We are here to help! On our website, you will find: Printable and digital instructions for download in English and Spanish for residents and for municipalities.