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Legislature

Legislature addresses primary issues, League of Municipalities says

The primary issues for municipalities, including broadband and waste infrastructure, were addressed in meaningful ways, executive director Greg Cochran said.

May 10, 2022

Governor Ivey transfers funds for broadband expansion

ADECA will deploy the funds in the coming months through grant programs to help expand access to high-speed internet service.

March 24, 2022

Alabama’s early broadband planning, investments paying dividends today

We have invested in a state-of-the-art mapping process that will be key to unlocking where we invest our money in the future.

March 17, 2022

Need for broadband expansion remains as state leaders address issue

The goal of making sure every Alabamian has access to vital broadband technology is drawing closer to becoming reality.

February 24, 2022

Broadband expansion is on the way

This is much-needed news for many in Alabama — especially in our rural areas.

February 14, 2022

Broadband package passes in Alabama Senate

Between 2015 and 2019, nearly a quarter of households in Alabama did not have a broadband internet connection.

February 11, 2022

County broadband projects contingent on Alabama Legislature, voters

A provision in the Alabama constitution prevents counties from investing in broadband projects.

January 20, 2022

Gov. Ivey’s proposed budget emphasizes debt retirement, funding reserves

The budget also includes 4 percent raises for teachers and state employees.

January 13, 2022

ADECA releases state’s official Alabama Broadband Map, Connectivity Plan

Utilizing ADECA’s address-level data, Alabama will be able to more accurately evaluate census blocks that are only partially served with broadband.

January 6, 2022

ADECA establishes new Digital Expansion Division focused on broadband

The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs has established a new division dedicated to expanding access to high-speed internet throughout the state.

November 17, 2021