During a press conference on Monday, August 19th, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry announced GUMBO 2.0, a new program set to expand broadband internet access across the state.
Louisiana law enforcement has noted a jump in "quishing" complaints across the state. The scammers are targeting older citizens who aren't aware of the scam.
The ACP is set to expire at the end of April 2024, which would mean that the millions of seniors, veterans, and low-income Americans who depend on it may be out of luck if the program isn't renewed.
Edwards says this means that over the next two years, another 15,000 Louisiana homes and businesses will get faster, more affordable, internet connectivity.