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Governors Largely Silent on Broadband in State of State Addresses

Only handful of governors discuss broadband in 2025 opening remarks

Blake Ledbetter

Feb 28, 2025 — 3 min read

Screenshot of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear (D), from his 2025 State of the State Address.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2025 – As governors around the country took the podium in recent weeks to outline their visions for the year ahead, their annual state addresses touched on familiar priorities – education, public safety, and economic growth.

But an issue that could shape the future of millions of Americans received little attention: Broadband access and affordability.

Broadband Breakfast reviewed 38 State of the State speeches, seven inaugural addresses, and one governor’s budget proposal (Florida) so far in 2025. Four states have not given addresses for this year (California, Minnesota, Louisiana, and Ohio).

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