Spectrum Internet will be available in more than 1,800 homes within the next year.
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The $6.8 million Kinetic Fiber Project was announced Monday at the Bullitt County central library.
Gov. Andy Beshear announced a $386 million investment in high-speed internet that is expected to bring service to more than 42,600 homes and businesses.
President Biden said this week that high-speed internet is no longer a luxury but rather an “absolute necessity."
The program prioritizes projects on areas with slower internet speeds.
Kentucky is one of four states getting additional American Rescue Plan funds targeted toward increasing affordable, high-speed internet.
Kinetic said Tuesday it started the project in January 2022 and expects to finish in January 2023.
Bullitt County is receiving over $1.6 million to fund three infrastructure projects that will expand internet access, repair roads and provide clean water.
Kentucky is investing $89 million to give internet to underserved areas, including Louisville and surrounding counties.
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Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer attended the signing of the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill in Washington, D.C. on Monday.