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Bexar County Launches $71M Initiative for Internet Access Expansion

10/18/2025

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Bexar County, Texas, partnered with Spectrum to improve internet access for over 12,000 homes lacking reliable connectivity.
The initiative is funded by $25 million from the American Rescue Plan Act and includes an additional $46.6 million investment from Spectrum.
Officials highlighted the importance of internet access for education and small businesses during a press conference.
The project, addressing digital inequities revealed by COVID-19, will provide 800 repurposed laptops to underserved areas.
The initiative is divided into two phases, with the first phase expected to be completed in March 2025.

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Story summary

Bexar County, Texas, partnered with Spectrum to improve internet access for over 12,000 homes lacking reliable connectivity.
The initiative is funded by $25 million from the American Rescue Plan Act and includes an additional $46.6 million investment from Spectrum.
Officials highlighted the importance of internet access for education and small businesses during a press conference.
The project, addressing digital inequities revealed by COVID-19, will provide 800 repurposed laptops to underserved areas.
The initiative is divided into two phases, with the first phase expected to be completed in March 2025.