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Universal Service Fund Reform: Fairer Broadband Access

This act aims to change how the Universal Service Fund, which supports internet access, is financed. The changes are intended to distribute fees more fairly, potentially affecting internet service costs for citizens and businesses, and improving internet availability, especially for seniors.
Key points
Requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to study how to expand the Universal Service Fund's contributor base for fairer fees.
Mandates the FCC to reform the Fund's financing system within one year, considering impacts on consumers, businesses, and seniors.
The goal is to ensure the Fund continues to support broadband access while distributing costs more equitably.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1812
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2023-03-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1812.

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 2023-03-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to study how to expand the Universal Service Fund's contributor base for fairer fees.
  • Mandates the FCC to reform the Fund's financing system within one year, considering impacts on consumers, businesses, and seniors.
  • The goal is to ensure the Fund continues to support broadband access while distributing costs more equitably.
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 2025-12-24.

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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