Broadband Assistance Advisory Council

The Broadband Assistance Advisory Council advises the state on policies and programs to expand affordable, high-speed internet access across Hawaii, including efforts to close the digital divide in rural, low-income, and neighbor island communities. It reviews broadband grant opportunities, infrastructure investment strategies, and subsidy program design. The council's advice informs how the state leverages federal broadband funding available under programs like the BEAD Act.

Reliable, affordable broadband affects education, telehealth, remote work, and civic participation for Hawaii residents, particularly those in rural or lower-income communities. Residents experiencing connectivity gaps can engage with the council to ensure those disparities are documented and addressed.