The aim of the Free State of Bavaria is to create nationwide high-speed networks by 2018 and the modern broadband standard for citizens and businesses. The expansion in rural areas plays a particularly important role. On July 9, 2014, the funding program was approved by the EU Commission by the State Ministry of Finance, State Development and Homeland. This means that 1.5 billion euros are available for broadband expansion in Bavaria. Which municipalities are in the funding process can be seen here: www.schnelles-internet-in-bayern.de