Through a bill passed by Washington’s State House last year that "provides internet and broadband connection to more rural areas across Washington state," the Port of Garfield will soon be receiving broadband internet connection. Diana Ruchert, Port of Garfield Manager, noted the importance of the broadband connection, as it allows businesses to "download documents, to sell their products online." The project is expected to begin in July and is expected to take about a year to get all fiber cables up and running.