Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Dec 16, 2021)
Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021
This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to make changes to the financing of the Universal Service Fund. This fund, which is financed by fees contributed by telecommunications carriers, supports programs to expand the availability of and access to telecommunications services.
Specifically, the bill directs the FCC to (1) study the need for expanding the fund's contribution base to ensure fairness and equity in applicable contribution requirements, and (2) reform the fund's contribution system through rulemaking. In carrying out the rulemaking, the FCC must consider the findings and recommendations of its study and the impact of changes on consumers, businesses, and seniors.
What just happenedDec 17, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseDec 16, 2021
- Dec 17, 2021Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Communications and Technology Subcommittee - Dec 16, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Dec 16, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Dec 16, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House