We need your help! In order for future broadband funding to go where it is needed most, we want members of the public to let us know whether the current broadband map accurately depicts your home or business. Does the map show internet service is available where you know it isn’t? If you have service, does the map accurately show the speeds you are receiving?
On this website you can check the Consumer Challenge Map and submit a challenge for locations where you have evidence of service not meeting the standards set forth for the BEAD Program. If your challenge is successful, that address may become eligible for funded broadband infrastructure through the program.
If the map already shows your location is unserved or underserved, that location is automatically eligible, and you don’t need to submit a challenge.
Follow three easy steps to participate:
For technical assistance with the map, please email cahelpdesk@ready.net.
The CPUC has a dedicated email for questions about the BEAD Subgrantee Selection process. Please send questions to BEADgrant@cpuc.ca.gov.
For general questions about the BEAD Program in California (excluding Subgrantee Selection), please email the CPUC BEAD team at BEAD@cpuc.ca.gov.
For Frequently Asked Questions, please visit our FAQ page.