Faster Internet: New Rules for Broadband Infrastructure Construction in the US
This act aims to accelerate the deployment of high-speed internet across the United States. It requires state transportation departments to install conduits for fiber optic cables during highway construction or renovation projects. This will make it easier and cheaper for internet providers to connect new areas, improving internet access for citizens, especially in rural regions.
Key points
Mandatory installation of broadband conduits during federally funded highway construction to avoid repeated excavations.
Facilitating access for broadband providers to newly installed infrastructure, reducing costs and accelerating network expansion.
Establishment of a task force to develop a funding plan for the nationwide broadband infrastructure.
Provisions for waiving the conduit installation requirement under specific conditions, such as existing infrastructure or excessive costs.
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