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Proposal:American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate America’s Digital Divide Act of 2021

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 117th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.
Bill S 2911
Type of Legislation Senate Bill
Congress 117
Status Archived — 117th Congress concluded
Source View original on Congress.gov
Geographic Scope
National

Description

American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate America's Digital Divide Act of 2021

This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission to establish a program to provide funding to states for expanding access to broadband service in unserved areas. States must distribute these funds to certain broadband service providers for projects that offer a low-cost broadband service option for low-income subscribers. The bill also provides funding to carry out this program.

Bill Title

American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate America’s Digital Divide Act of 2021

Linked Goals

Steps

  • 2021-09-30: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • 2021-09-30: Introduced in Senate

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.

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