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Broadband Funding Reform: Fairer Internet Access Fees.

This act aims to study and reform how the Universal Service Fund, which supports internet access, is financed. The goal is to ensure that contributions to this fund are distributed more fairly, potentially impacting internet service costs for citizens and businesses. Changes will consider the impact on consumers, businesses, and seniors.
Key points
The government will study how to expand the base of contributors to the Universal Service Fund for fairer fees.
New rules for funding the Universal Service Fund will be implemented within a year, potentially affecting internet bills.
When making changes, the government will consider the impact on consumers, businesses, and seniors.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6314
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2021-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6314.

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 2021-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will study how to expand the base of contributors to the Universal Service Fund for fairer fees.
  • New rules for funding the Universal Service Fund will be implemented within a year, potentially affecting internet bills.
  • When making changes, the government will consider the impact on consumers, businesses, and seniors.
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 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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