Bill116th CongressFiled Oct 20, 2020Science, Technology, Communications
H.R. 8650
Eliminate the Digital Divide Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Oct 20, 2020)
Eliminate the Digital Divide Act
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.
What just happenedOct 20, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Williams, Roger [R-TX-25](R-TX)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseOct 20, 2020
- Oct 20, 2020IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Introduced in House
- Oct 20, 2020IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House