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Expanding Internet Access: Grants for Small Telecom Businesses in Underserved Areas

This act aims to improve access to high-speed internet in areas where it is currently limited. By providing grants to small telecommunications companies, more people will be able to access internet with adequate speeds, facilitating remote work, online learning, and access to online services.
Key points
The U.S. government will establish a grant program for states to support small businesses in building high-speed internet infrastructure in underserved areas.
Grants are intended to provide internet with minimum speeds of 25 megabits per second download and 10 megabits per second upload, enabling smooth use of real-time applications.
The act seeks to help residents in areas with limited internet access, improving their communication capabilities and access to information.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2665
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2021-04-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Local Telecom Expansion Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2665.

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 2021-04-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. government will establish a grant program for states to support small businesses in building high-speed internet infrastructure in underserved areas.
  • Grants are intended to provide internet with minimum speeds of 25 megabits per second download and 10 megabits per second upload, enabling smooth use of real-time applications.
  • The act seeks to help residents in areas with limited internet access, improving their communication capabilities and access to information.
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. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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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