Texas Comptroller Broadband Listening Tour

This spring Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is touring the state to hear what Texans have to say about internet access. He’ll collect feedback that will be used to develop the state’s first broadband plan.

Hearing directly from elected officials is critical to understanding needs in your community and what initiatives you are currently pursuing. Thank you for sharing your insights!

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* 1. What is your name?

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* 2. Over what city or county jurisdiction do you preside?

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* 3. What is your elected position?

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* 4. Please provide your email address. Your contact information will not be shared.

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* 5. Please rank the following broadband issues based on their priority for your community, with 1 being the highest priority.

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* 6. Tell us about broadband planning in your community:

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Do you have a broadband plan in place or are currently developing one?
Does your city/county staff have the technical skills needed to address this topic?
Do you have the financial resources necessary to address your broadband needs?
Are you collaborating with other government agencies in your region to address this topic?
Do you see your local internet service providers as collaborative partners?

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* 7. Did you apply for National Telecommunication and Information (NTIA) funding?

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* 8. Are you utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) or other federal funding sources to address broadband in your jurisdiction?

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* 9. Please share any additional thoughts you have on the future of broadband access in your community:

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