Higgins Announces Funding to Expand Rural Broadband

Press Release

Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will award more than $342 million for rural broadband expansion in Louisiana. The investment comes through the FCC's Rural Digital Opportunity Fund and will expand access to nearly 176,000 unserved homes and businesses over the next 10 years.

The announcement includes more than $33 million for Louisiana's 3rd District, impacting nearly 20,000 homes and businesses.

Acadia Parish - $4,666,219
Calcasieu Parish - $4,612,805
Cameron Parish - $881,896
Iberia Parish - $821,790
Jeff Davis Parish - $10,242,111
Lafayette Parish - $422,720
St. Landry Parish -- $6,961,720
St. Martin Parish - $1,237,039
St. Mary Parish - $1,859,845
Vermilion Parish - $1,304,399

Congressman Higgins issued the following statement:

"Access to high-speed broadband service has become critical for everyday life. These investments provide much-needed support and help lessen connectivity gaps in Louisiana's rural communities. We support those efforts and will continue working to expand reliable and high-quality broadband access throughout Louisiana."

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