The expansion projects will have the ability to provide internet access to almost 54,000 homes, business, and institutions like hospitals, schools, and libraries.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey makes an announcement regarding broadband service across the state on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, from Montgomery.MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey has announced $148.3 million was awarded to 16 internet service providers to expand high-speed internet availability in 48 counties, including Dale, Houston, and Henry counties.
The money, which comes from Capital Projects Fund grants given to Alabama from the federal government, will continue the expansion of high-speed internet service to areas which were previously unserved. “High-speed internet service continues to strengthen and expand across the state, and we are taking the necessary strides on this journey to achieve full broadband access for Alabama,” Governor Ivey said in a statement released Tuesday. “This has been a monumental task, but it is one that will pay multiple dividends for our state and its residents. Today is an exciting day as we announce these latest projects.
These expansion projects will mean more than 5,000 miles of broadband infrastructure and, once in place, they will have the ability to provide internet access to almost 54,000 homes, business, and institutions like hospitals, schools, and libraries.and receive the latest local news and weather straight to your email every morning.
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