AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) announced a commitment to invest more than $250 billion over five years to expand its fiber and wireless network infrastructure across the United States through 2030, according to a company statement.

The telecommunications company said the investment will focus on deploying fiber, 5G home internet, wireless and satellite services across urban, suburban and rural areas. The announcement coincides with the 150th anniversary of Alexander Graham Bell's first phone call.

"Today, we're committing more than $250 billion to increase U.S. connectivity competitiveness and expand access to AT&T's leading fiber and wireless networks," said John Stankey, Chairman and CEO of AT&T.

The company plans to accelerate deployment of its networks, including a satellite collaboration with AST SpaceMobile to extend coverage to remote areas. AT&T will also continue investing in FirstNet, its network built for first responders, and strengthen network security capabilities.

AT&T stated it will hire thousands of technicians in 2026 alone as part of its workforce expansion plans. The company noted that only 5% of its jobs require a four-year degree and emphasized training programs for skilled technicians needed to build and maintain telecommunications infrastructure.

With approximately 110,000 U.S. employees, AT&T said it supports the largest unionized workforce in the U.S. telecom industry. The company serves more than 100 million U.S. customers and nearly 2.5 million businesses.

The investment plan includes three strategic areas: deploying connectivity infrastructure, investing in workforce development, and advancing network security technologies. AT&T cited current federal telecommunications policy and the tax and regulatory environment as factors supporting the investment commitment.