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Extending Rural School Funding and Broadband Access

This bill extends payments under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act through 2023. It authorizes the use of funds for broadband access at local schools and digital learning technology for students. The bill also extends the authority for special projects on Federal land and prohibits the use of funds for lobbying activities.
Key points
Secure payments to eligible counties are extended through 2023.
Funds may now be used to provide broadband access at local schools and technology for digital learning.
Authority to conduct special projects on Federal land is extended.
County funds made available under this title cannot be used for lobbying activities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2099
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2021-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2099.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Secure payments to eligible counties are extended through 2023.
  • Funds may now be used to provide broadband access at local schools and technology for digital learning.
  • Authority to conduct special projects on Federal land is extended.
  • County funds made available under this title cannot be used for lobbying activities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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