Middle Mile Broadband in Alabama from American Rescue Act Funds
Alabama announces initiative to expand middle mile broadband for rural areas.

Alabama announces initiative to expand middle mile broadband for rural areas.
February 7, 2024 – Gov. Kay Ivey, R-Alabama, unveiled a new plan on Monday to award more than $188 million in grants for “middle-mile” broadband projects, citing a need to increase connectivity for rural and underserved areas of the state.
Middle mile broadband infrastructure connects local broadband networks to national broadband networks, increasing reliable high-speed internet connection for rural communities.
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