HR139 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 House of Representatives commends the Coosa Valley Electric Cooperative Board of Directors for their leadership and efforts to expand broadband service.

What This Bill Does

This House resolution recognizes the CVEC board for guiding the cooperative, which serves 17,500 customers in six counties, toward expanding reliable Internet access. It notes that the board allowed members to vote on joining broadband services and formed Coosa Valley Technologies to provide broadband, VOIP telephone, and potentially TV services, with a plan to build a Fiber-To-The-Premise network offering speeds up to 10 Gbps. The resolution expresses gratitude and appreciation for the board’s service and community impact.

Who It Affects

• Coosa Valley Electric Cooperative (CVEC) Board of Directors and management, who receive formal commendation and recognition.
• CVEC members, consumers, and residents in Calhoun, Clay, Etowah, Shelby, St. Clair, and Talladega counties, who may benefit from improved broadband and related services.

Key Provisions

• Commends the Coosa Valley Electric Cooperative Board of Directors for their service and leadership.
• Acknowledges CVEC's history of serving 17,500 consumers across six counties and its mission to provide reliable, affordable Internet service.
• Notes the creation of Coosa Valley Technologies to provide broadband, VOIP, and potentially television services, and the goal to improve services in the community.
• States the board's plan to construct a new Fiber-To-The-Premise network capable of speeds up to 10 gigabits per second.

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