Connect The Future Presents Broadband Champion Award to Chairman Todd Hunter

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Supporters of Connect The Future (CTF) Texas today presented state Rep. Todd Hunter (R- Corpus Christi), Chair of the House State Affairs Committee, with the group’s Broadband Champion Award. The event was held at the State Capitol, where Hunter has been a legislative champion to ensure every Texan has access to reliable broadband connectivity in an increasingly digital age.

“Chairman Hunter has been instrumental to the state’s efforts to expand access to high-speed broadband, especially in rural communities,” said CTF Executive Director Zachary Cikanek. “We’re deeply grateful for his continued work on the implementation of the Texas Broadband Infrastructure Fund (BIF), which dedicates funding for key broadband expansion initiatives like the broadband pole replacement program. This important effort ensures that old or damaged utility poles won’t needlessly delay the ability of providers to reach underserved areas. Thanks to his work, Texas will be better positioned to take advantage of federal grants, and more rural families will finally get access to reliable broadband.”

Among those on hand to present the award were representatives of the Texas Rural Broadband Coalition, Career Colleges & Schools of Texas, the Texas Cable Association, and Charter Communications.

CTF Texas is committed to working with policymakers to ensure every Texan has access to reliable broadband connectivity in an increasingly digital age. Read more on CTF Texas and its mission HERE.