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Robertson said broadband access is a top concern as he joins the Legislature.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
Gov. Ivey joins Trump, GOP governors at Mar-a-Lago to discuss key policies
Gov. Ivey mourns security detail member Justin Williams, 42, succumbed to cancer
Ivey opens applications for Alabama’s new CHOOSE Act school choice program
Gov. Kay Ivey shares Christmas message with Alabamians
Governor awards grants to help low-income residents become self-sufficient
- Legislature
Proposed bill would protect pharmacists who recommend off-label meds
State Rep. files bill to untax eyeglasses, contacts
Pre-filed bill would require timely wheelchair repairs
NAALC asks lawmakers to prioritize workers, families in 2025 Legislative Session
For Senate Secretary Pat Harris, being unknown is a sign of a job well done
- Economy
Workers overwhelmingly vote to unionize at Tuscaloosa chemical plant
Small businesses struggle to fill job openings as labor market remains tight
Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair talks first year in office, 2025 plans
Sweet Grown Alabama changes membership levels to flat $100 annual fee
Manufacture Alabama highlights 2024 successes in workforce and advocacy
- National
Sen. Tuberville backs Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
Sen. Merika Coleman announces candidacy for DNC treasurer
Sen. Katie Britt praises advancement of Laken Riley Act
Tuberville refiles ban on transgender athletes in sports
Sens. Katie Britt, Rick Scott introduce bipartisan bill to “Lock The Clock”
- Education
AFP-Alabama applauds the opening of Education Savings Accounts applications
Alabama considers new education funding models to address inequalities
Alabama exploring expanding Pre-K program to home-based settings
Vouchers reduce school funding without lowering fixed costs: EPI report
Google gives $1 million to Stillman Cybersecurity Clinic in memory of Dr. Kevin Harris
- Health
PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead
White Lightning: Inside Alabama’s raw milk “secret society”
New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk
Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears
- Opinion
Opinion | Alabama needs more than political junk food
Opinion | Alabama’s mental health crisis demands urgent action
Opinion | There’s proof that Alabama could be better.
Opinion | Child care is unaffordable and inaccessible, Britt and Kaine introduce two bills
Opinion | Richard Shelby FBI Headquarters comes to Alabama
broadband stories
Elections
Alabama voters passed all 10 amendments on the ballot, plus the first-ever recompilation of the state Constitution.
Infrastructure
Most of the money will go toward replacing or improving roads and bridges in the state.
Infrastructure
Extending to the Auburn area saves money for local broadband networks and allows them to expand their service coverage area.
Infrastructure
The grant will connect 4,646 people, 154 farms, 96 businesses, and three public schools to high-speed internet.
Elections
Ten amendments and a constitutional proposal seek to change and update the Alabama Constitution.
Infrastructure
About 13 percent of the state doesn’t currently have access to the FCC definition of broadband.
Infrastructure
The expanded broadband service will provide the capability to serve nearly 15,000 additional households, businesses and public facilities.
Infrastructure
The FCC is mandating 100 percent coverage of internet with download speeds of at least 25 megabits per second.
Infrastructure
The Alabama League of Municipalities executive director said cities are taking advantage of federal dollars to make improvements to quality of life.