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Capital Projects Fund Program

The U.S. Department of Treasury awarded $279 million to Pennsylvania for critical capital projects. In June 2022, the Pennsylvania General Assembly appropriated this funding to the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA), which is using the funds to establish grant programs that identify eligible projects that meet program guidelines and federal requirements.

To learn more about the Capital Projects Fund (CPF) program , including frequently asked questions, visit the U.S. Department of Treasury website.

Broadband Infrastructure Program

Through the Capital Projects Fund, $200 million in federal funding was made available for businesses, non-profits, local governments, and economic development organizations. This funding was distributed through the COVID-19 ARPA PA Broadband Infrastructure Program (BIP). Applications for BIP funding closed in 2023. Visit the BIP Program webpage for details on approved applications, a map of projects, and a list of the unserved and underserved locations proposed for service.

Multi-Purpose Community Facilities Program

Through the Capital Projects Fund, $45 million in federal funding was made available for community anchor institutions and local governments. This funding was distributed through the Multi-Purpose Community Facilities (Facilities) Program. Applications for Facilities funding closed on April 20, 2024. 

Visit the Facilities Program webpage for the Frequently Asked Questions. In the coming months, a program award announcement will be made.

Digital Connectivity Technology (Technology) Program

Through the Capital Projects Fund, $20 million in federal funding is now available through the Digital Connectivity Technology (Technology) Program. The program aims to increase access to technology devices by procuring laptops for public-facing institutions such as libraries, community schools, municipalities, workforce training organizations, not-for-profit organizations, and other community anchor institutions.

Please visit the Technology Program webpage to review the guidelines to see if you organization is eligible to apply. 

Capital Projects Fund Performance Report

As a recipient of federal Capital Project Funds, Pennsylvania is required to submit an Annual CPF Performance Report. The report provides information on the projects PBDA is planning to undertake with CPF funding along with the outcomes of the programs.

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