The Washington State Dept. of Commerce and Sen. Maria Cantwell's office announced grants totaling $57 million for digital equity, high-speed internet, and zero-emission school buses.
The Washington State Broadband Office will receive $15.98 million to improve digital equity and develop a Broadband Cybersecurity Literacy Program.
Federal grants of $32.3 million will help five tribes in Washington deploy high-speed internet and support telehealth, distance learning, and digital inclusion.
Grants totaling $8.4 million were announced for replacing diesel school buses with zero-emission buses to combat air pollution and improve children's health.