Internet Expansion: State Funding for High-Speed Internet for All
This act aims to provide high-speed internet access in areas with poor or no connectivity. Through this program, schools, libraries, medical facilities, and homes in remote regions will receive better connections, facilitating education, work, and access to services. Citizens can expect faster and more reliable internet, impacting their daily lives and opportunities.
Key points
Expanding high-speed (broadband) internet access in rural and underserved areas, as well as for public institutions like schools and hospitals.
States will receive funds to conduct reverse auctions to select providers who will build internet infrastructure at the lowest cost.
Establishing internet service quality standards, including minimum download and upload speeds, and cybersecurity requirements.
Ensuring that workers building the infrastructure receive fair wages, consistent with local rates.
Prohibiting the use of materials and services from entities deemed a national security risk.
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