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Study on Rural Broadband Network Demands and Costs

This act requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to conduct a study on the current and projected data demands on rural broadband networks. The goal is to understand how increased internet usage impacts these networks and the associated costs, which can help in better planning and supporting internet access for rural residents.
Key points
The FCC will analyze how much data is transmitted over rural broadband networks and for what purposes.
Costs incurred by rural internet providers that are not covered by user fees or existing federal programs will be calculated.
The study's findings will inform future decisions on supporting and developing rural internet, potentially improving service quality for residents.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2965
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2021-10-07