Governor: State to invest additional $240 million in broadband
The U.S. Commerce Department has given initial approval to more than $1.3 billion in federal funding to expand broadband connectivity in Georgia.
Special Photo: Georgia EMCBy Rebecca Grapevine
Capitol Beat News Service
ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp has announced plans to invest $240 million in federal COVID relief funds in expanding Georgia’s high-speed internet infrastructure.
“Whether you own a small business in rural Georgia, run a farm that utilizes precision agriculture technology, or have children that need to do their homework, the expansion of high-speed internet impacts all Georgians,” Kemp said. “Regardless of location, access to broadband service is essential for all communities in the Peach State to thrive. I remain committed to helping improve the lives of our citizens by closing the digital divide in our state.”
Many areas of the state still lack broadband access, according to a map published by the state government.
The Kemp administration will have invested more than $1 billion in expanding broadband access by the end of the year, the governor’s statement said.
The funds will be administered through a competitive grant program. Further details about applying for the new grants will be released next week.
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