Lovvorn: Prioritize access, not agendas in Alabama’s broadband funding

Joe Lovvorn represents Lee County in the Alabama Legislature. In a significant stride toward bridging the digital divide, Alabama is poised to receive a substantial infusion of over 1 billion dollars through the Broadband Equity, Access, & Deployment (BEAD) Program. This funding is a promising opportunity to expand broadband access, particularly in rural and under-served areas, and connect more Alabamians to the transformative power of the digital world. However, as we move forward with these plans, it is essential to address concerns regarding some liberal policy recommendations that acco