To direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to submit a report on the digital divide and to update the Indicators of Broadband Need mapping application, and for other purposes.
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 16, 2023)
This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to periodically update the Indicators of Broadband Need (a web-based tool that maps broadband availability, speeds, and related information). The NTIA must also annually report to Congress on matters related to the digital divide, including barriers to and trends in broadband access, adoption, and affordability.
What just happenedMay 19, 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMay 16, 2023
- May 19, 2023Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Communications and Technology Subcommittee - May 16, 2023IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - May 16, 2023IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- May 16, 2023IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House