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Alert: New Mexico Office of Broadband Submits BEAD Final Proposal
$675 million infrastructure plan! Learn more and Read the Plan...

Connecting Our Communities

The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion is at the forefront of coordinating broadband deployment efforts in New Mexico. Established in 2021 by key legislation, including the Broadband Access and Expansion Act (Read Senate Bill 93) and the Connect New Mexico Act (Read House Bill 10), our office works closely with various stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective broadband expansion.

As part of our mission, OBAE collaborates with the Connect New Mexico Council and oversees the Connect New Mexico Fund, which received significant appropriations totaling $100 million (Read Senate Bill 377). 

Through these legislative mandates and strategic partnerships, OBAE is dedicated to driving equitable broadband solutions, bridging the digital divide, and enhancing connectivity for all New Mexicans. Click the button below to learn more about our initiatives and how we're working to create a more connected and equitable future for our state.
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Jeff Lopez speaks on KKOB Radio

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OBAE Director Jeff Lopez was on KKOB Radio Wednesday, August 13, 2025, where he spoke to host Bob Clark about the agency's many programs, projects and goals. Lopez touched on the BEAD program, Student Connect, Connect New Mexico Fund and where the state stands when it comes to connectivity for all across New Mexico.
​https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/connect-new-mexico/id1487823888?i=1000721833152

Jeff Lopez speaks before New Mexico Committee

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Jeff Lopez presented at the New Mexico Economic and Rural Development and Policy Committee meeting in Los Lunas to discuss OBAE’s mission, programs, projects, progress, goals and funding. He addressed lawmakers for more than 30 minutes. Below is a link to the hearing.  Jeff Lopez’s testimony begins at 11:38am on the timeline.
Link to Committee Meeting Recording on 8/11/2025
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Community Highlights: Connect New Mexico Fund Project in Raton 

 Resources at a Glance

Broadband Funding Opportunities

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​Broadband Funding Opportunities.

Broadband Mapping and Data

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Broadband Mapping and Data. 

Broadband and Digital Needs Programs

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    • About OBAE
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    • BEAD >
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    • SEN >
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  • OBAE Funding
    • Awards Library
    • Community Connect
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    • Disaster Relief
    • GWEP
    • Student Connect
    • Grant Archive >
      • Pinon Grant
  • Resources
    • Accessibility >
      • Accessibility Statement
    • Affordability
    • Broadband Basics
    • Broadband Speed Test
    • Computers
    • Cybersecurity
    • Digital Opportunity Resources
    • Funding Resources
    • TAP
    • Workforce Development
  • Mapping & Data
    • NM Speed Test
    • Map Data Challenges
    • Mapping and Data Hub
  • OBAE Calendar
    • Ground Breakings
    • Ribbon Cuttings
    • Broadband Day
    • Digital Readiness Summit
    • Events Archive >
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