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Increased transparency for broadband internet access program.

This act aims to increase transparency in public spending on broadband network construction. It will give citizens easier access to information on how the government spends funds to provide internet access in their communities, allowing them to better assess the progress and effectiveness of these efforts.
Key points
The act ensures that information regarding the broadband buildout program is accessible to citizens under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
This means citizens can request and receive documents related to decisions and actions within this program, increasing public oversight of expenditures.
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Print number: 117_S_3671
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2022-02-16