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Because every American
should have access
to broadband Internet.

The Internet Innovation Alliance is a broad-based coalition of business and non-profit organizations that aim to ensure every American, regardless of race, income or geography, has access to the critical tool that is broadband Internet. The IIA seeks to promote public policies that support equal opportunity for universal broadband availability and adoption so that everyone, everywhere can seize the benefits of the Internet - from education to health care, employment to community building, civic engagement and beyond.

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From the Fact Book

Changes enabled by universal broadband— e-commerce, telecommuting, teleconferencing and paper reduction—could cut more than 1 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions over 10 years.

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South Carolina


Broadband
Connections
1,300,000
Residential		 201,000
Business
Total Population
4,625,364
 
High Tech Jobs
50,925
 
ePrescribing Physicians
524
 
Residents Facebook
32.6%
 
Residents on Twitter
0.72%
 

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What State Leaders Are Saying

Gov. Nikki Haley (R-SC): Mobile Broadband Expansion “Is A Game-Changer.” “Our state is a sea of small towns and rural communities, with islands of population and commerce in the Upstate, Midlands and Lowcountry. For the vast majority of our residents, this expanded investment in mobile broadband is a game-changer. From a technological perspective, it will put small towns like Bamberg and Chesterfield on an even playing field with population centers like Greenville and Charleston in their efforts to attract new jobs and take advantage of educational opportunities.” (Gov. Nikki Haley (R-SC0, Comment To The Federal Communications Commission Regarding The Merger Between AT&T And T-Mobile, ecfsdocs.fcc.gov, 5/21/11)

“Calhoun County Administrator Lee Prickett Said There Is A ‘Serious Need’ For Broadband Access In Almost Every Area Of The County.” (Phil Sarata, “Area Getting $21 Million For Broadband Internet,” The [Orangeburg, S.C.] Times and Democrat, 9/14/10)

FCC Commissioner Mignon Clyburn: “Broadband policy also has the potential to transform the way healthcare is delivered in this country. Coming from South Carolina, a state with a significant rural population and where the demand for healthcare providers sometimes exceeds supply, I am well acquainted with the need for robust telehealth programs.” (Commissioner Mignon Clyburn, Testimony Before The House Energy And Commerce Subcommittee On Communications, Technology, And The Internet, Washington, DC, 9/17/09)
                

 

Latest News

South Carolina Teleconfernce Call on Benefits of Broadband

Wednesday, November 30 | By IIA States

Jamal Simmons, Co-Chairman of the Internet Innovation Alliance and Bernie Mazyck, Chairman of the South Carolina IIA State Chapter and President and CEO of the South Carolina Community Economic Development Association, talk about the benefits of broadband, especially wireless broadband.

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Selected South Carolina News Clips

Tuesday, November 15 | By IIA States

More Rural Broadband, More Jobs
http://sfntoday.com/audio/default.aspx?audioID=6636

Broadband Lacking in SC
http://www.967stevefm.com/cc-common/news/sections/newsarticle.html?feed=146213&article=9388938

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Selected South Carolina News Clips

Friday, November 04 | By IIA States

South Carolina Consumers Can Save Nearly $8,000 Annually With Broadband Internet
http://www.upstatebizsc.com/articles/2468/

Open laptops to close schools? Future of Online Education Coming Faster and Faster
http://www.statehousereport.com/CurrentIssue.aspx?ID=155

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Selected South Carolina News Clips

Wednesday, October 19 | By IIA States

Broadband: A Solution to Our Staggering Economy and Competitiveness in the World
http://politicsispower.com/2011/10/17/broadband-a-solution-to-our-staggering-economy-and-competitiveness-in-the-world/

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Jamal Simmons’ Keynote at the South Carolina Community Economic Development Conference 2011

Monday, October 17 | By IIA States

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Selected South Carolina News Clips

Wednesday, October 12 | By IIA States

The Importance of Broadband for S.C. Economy
http://www.free-times.com/index.php?cat=1992912063981076&ShowArticle_ID=11011210113494915

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Selected South Carolina News Clips

Monday, October 10 | By IIA States

The Importance of Broadband Technology for SC Economy
http://theminorityeye.com/the-importance-of-broadband-technology-for-sc-economy-p1077-523.htm

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Selected South Carolina News Clips

Friday, October 07 | By IIA States

The Importance of Broadband Technology for SC Economy
http://theminorityeye.com/the-importance-of-broadband-technology-for-sc-economy-p1077-523.htm

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Selected South Carolina News Clips

Wednesday, October 05 | By IIA States

The Importance of Broadband Technology for SC Economy
http://politicsispower.com/2011/10/04/the-importance-of-broadband-technology-for-sc-economy-op-ed-by-jamal-simmons/

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Selected South Carolina News Clips

Thursday, September 22 | By IIA States

Internet Connectivity Could Be Key to Economic Development
http://www.thesunnews.com/2011/09/19/2398229/internet-connectivity-could-be.html#storylink=misearch

 

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State Data Source
(United States Department Of Commerce, www.census.gov, Accessed 5/31/11)
(Federal Communications Commission, "High-Speed Services For Internet Access: Status As Of December 31, 2008," Published 2/10)