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Big Tech Fees to Fund Broadband Access for All

This new bill aims to make large technology companies pay fees to support a fund that helps provide internet access. This could mean more people, especially in areas without fast internet, get better connections. The bill also seeks to prevent these costs from being passed on to customers who already struggle with internet access.
Key points
Large tech companies (with over 30 million US users or 300 million worldwide, and over $10 billion in annual revenue) will be required to pay new fees.
These collected fees will go into a fund that helps provide internet access in areas where it is poor or non-existent.
Telecommunications companies will be prohibited from charging customers in underserved or unserved areas additional fees related to these new contributions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4905
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2021-08-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Big Tech Accountability for Broadband Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4905.

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 2021-08-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Large tech companies (with over 30 million US users or 300 million worldwide, and over $10 billion in annual revenue) will be required to pay new fees.
  • These collected fees will go into a fund that helps provide internet access in areas where it is poor or non-existent.
  • Telecommunications companies will be prohibited from charging customers in underserved or unserved areas additional fees related to these new contributions.
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. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1].

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 2025-12-28.

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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