Infrastructure Ivey announces new statewide brand for high-speed internet expansion Ivey also detailed upcoming programs to support broadband expansion projects. Jacob HolmesAugust 9, 2023
National Sewell, Dems secure $1.4 billion for broadband; Tuberville praises bill he voted against State leaders are happy to get the much needed funding, but Alabama's GOP congressional delegation played no role. Josh MoonJune 28, 2023
Infrastructure Alabama set to receive $1.4 billion to expand access to broadband “My priority is for Alabama to gain full ability to be connected to high-speed internet,” said Governor Ivey. StaffJune 27, 2023
Infrastructure ADECA hosts community broadband meetings in all 67 counties The conclusion of these broadband meetings will result in county-specific profiles for each. StaffMay 19, 2023
Infrastructure ADECA hosts community broadband meetings in over half of Alabama’s counties These meetings bring community leaders to the table and provide state-level assistance to support local efforts to expand broadband infrastructure. StaffApril 4, 2023
Legislature Legislature approves $1.06 billion pandemic relief spending The House concurred 96-0 with the Senate's amended legislation. Final approval now rests with Gov. Kay Ivey. John H. GlennMarch 16, 2023
Legislature House committee approves ARPA spending plan Only Republican Rep. Arnold Mooney voted against the bill, citing concerns about the way the distribution has been handled. Jacob HolmesMarch 10, 2023
Legislature Proposal for second round of ARPA spending prioritizes infrastructure, medical providers Almost two-thirds of the money is designated toward water, sewer and broadband. The rest will go toward public health. Jacob HolmesMarch 9, 2023
Infrastructure Governor awards $24.7 million in grants for broadband The nine grants, totaling $24.72 million, were awarded to broadband providers across the state to support projects in unserved or underserved areas. StaffMarch 6, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell announces $18.4 million to expand broadband at Alabama HBCUs The $18.4 million in funding will expand access to high-speed internet at HBCUs and Minority Serving Institutions in Alabama. StaffMarch 1, 2023