Meridian Breaks Ground in Selma, Alabama, on Transformative Fiber Infrastructure
Project as of today, more than 304,000 households across the state are receiving
affordable high-speed internet due to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Since the
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law passed, Alabama will receive approximately $2.5
billion for transportation to invest in roads, bridges, public transit, ports and
airports and roughly $137 million for clean water. Roads and Bridges: In Alabama,
there are 620 bridges and over 2,961 miles of highway in poor condition. The
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will rebuild our roads and includes the single
largest dedicated bridge investment since the construction of the interstate highway
system. Based on formula funding alone, Alabama is expected to receive approximately
$5.8 billion over five years in federal funding for highways and bridges. Internet: High
-speed internet is necessary for Americans to do their jobs, participate in school,
access health care, and stay connected. Yet nearly 32% of Alabamians do not have
an internet subscription. Progress to date: To date, Alabama has received $5 million
through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD) to help provide
access to high-speed internet across the state. In addition, about 304,000 households
in Alabama are enrolled in the Affordable Connectivity Program, with more signing
up every day. Households can check their eligibility, sign up, and find fully covered
internet plans at GetInternet.gov. \
