Citizens for a Digital Future

Broadband Advocates Revive Bill That Removes Land Line Requirement

Kenny Colston — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:26:36 +0000

FRANKFORT — Advocates for more wireless and broadband options in Kentucky will once again push a bill reforming the state's telecommunications laws—specifically, removing language that requires old-school land-line service throughout the state.

Citizens for a Digital Future unveiled the legislation today, which is sponsored by state Sen. Paul Hornback, a Republican from Shelbyville.

New Group Plans Bigger Push for Expansion of Broadband Access in Kentucky

Kenny Colston — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 17:11:02 +0000

A national group that has pushed expanding broadband access in other southern states is now focusing on Kentucky.

Citizens for a Digital Future is opening up a Kentucky chapter to help advocate for these issues with lawmakers and private businesses.

The group’s Kentucky director, Gary Gerdemann, says a lack of wireless options is affecting businesses and education.