STATEHOUSE (Nov. 1, 2021) – State Rep. Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) encourages local residents and businesses with slow or no broadband internet service to apply for help using the newly launched Indiana Connectivity Program.
Jordan said the program, established by legislation he supported, will spread high-speed broadband to unserved and underserved Hoosiers. Those without a quality internet connection can report their address and information using the Next Level Connections portal at in.gov/ocra/broadband/icp or by calling the Indiana Broadband Connect Center during business days from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (ET) at 833-639-8522.
"This is a great resource, especially for rural communities where internet connectivity may be currently lacking," Jordan said. "Whether it's connecting to school, health services or work, Hoosiers have a greater need for strong, reliable broadband to accomplish daily tasks. Report your internet issues today, and help Indiana get connected."
Jordan said the program will connect qualifying residents and businesses with broadband in their area and also help providers by assisting in the expense of extending service to those locations. To be eligible for assistance, a location must experience speeds of less than 25 Mbps (download) and 3 Mbps (upload).
Internet providers will review service requests and submit bids to the state to extend broadband to those eligible areas. Jordan said the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs will evaluate bids and award funding. Funded projects must be completed in nine months. Hoosiers should know that submitting their location to the state does not guarantee service will be extended.
"The Indiana Connectivity Program will aid unserved and underserved Hoosiers in getting better access to reliable, high-speed broadband internet service," said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch. "This program would not be possible without the diligent efforts of the General Assembly and the law the legislature passed earlier this year that creates this new tool to connect Hoosiers. I am grateful for our state’s continued commitment to expanding broadband to all corners of Indiana."
Hoosiers can visit in.gov/ocra/broadband/icp for more information about the program and to apply for assistance.
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State Rep. Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) represents House District 17,
which includes all of Marshall County and a portion of Fulton County.
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