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Internet Exchange Act 2022: Improving Internet Access for Communities

This act aims to enhance internet quality and accessibility in underserved areas. By providing grants for establishing or expanding internet exchange facilities, citizens can expect faster and more reliable connections, facilitating daily online activities, remote work, and access to online services.
Key points
Financial support for building new or expanding existing internet exchange facilities in areas lacking them.
Allows schools, libraries, and healthcare facilities to use existing funds to connect to internet exchange facilities, improving their access to high-speed internet.
The goal is to increase internet reliability and speed, potentially reducing service costs for end-users.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7112
Sponsor: Rep. Long, Billy [R-MO-7]
Process start date: 2022-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Internet Exchange Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7112.

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 2022-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for building new or expanding existing internet exchange facilities in areas lacking them.
  • Allows schools, libraries, and healthcare facilities to use existing funds to connect to internet exchange facilities, improving their access to high-speed internet.
  • The goal is to increase internet reliability and speed, potentially reducing service costs for end-users.
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. Long, Billy [R-MO-7].

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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