HJR140 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Steve HurstRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Coosa Valley Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, commended

Summary

The Alabama Legislature commends the Coosa Valley Electric Cooperative Board of Directors for expanding broadband and creating a fiber network initiative.

What This Bill Does

This resolution publicly honors the CVEC Board of Directors. It recognizes CVEC's service to about 17,500 customers across six counties and its mission to provide reliable, affordable internet to help communities grow. It notes the 2020 member vote in favor of joining broadband service and describes the creation of Coosa Valley Technologies to offer broadband, VOIP, and potentially TV, including plans to build a Fiber-To-The-Premise network capable of speeds up to 10 gigabits per second.

Who It Affects

• Coosa Valley Electric Cooperative Board of Directors (commended for their leadership and actions).
• CVEC members and customers (about 17,500) who may gain access to faster, more reliable broadband service.
• Residents and businesses in Calhoun, Clay, Etowah, Shelby, St. Clair, and Talladega Counties who stand to benefit from improved internet access and related services.

Key Provisions

• The Board of Directors of Coosa Valley Electric Cooperative is highly commended by the Alabama Legislature.
• CVEC's mission to provide reliable and affordable Internet service and to support community growth is acknowledged.
• CVEC’s member vote on joining the broadband service in September 2020 is noted as a key step in the initiative.
• Coosa Valley Technologies is established to provide broadband Internet, VOIP telephone, and potentially television services, with a plan to construct a Fiber-To-The-Premise network delivering speeds up to 10 Gbps.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory