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Prioritizing Federal Broadband Funding for Unserved Rural Areas.

This law changes how federal grants and loans for broadband infrastructure are distributed. Funds must now be directed exclusively to rural areas that currently lack high-speed internet access. The goal is to ensure taxpayer money is not wasted on duplicating existing networks, thereby accelerating connectivity for the most underserved communities.
Key points
Federal funds for broadband deployment (loans, grants) can only be used in geographic areas where no qualifying high-speed internet infrastructure currently exists.
The law prohibits using public assistance to build new infrastructure that would duplicate or compete with an existing broadband network.
The change aims to speed up access to high-speed internet for residents in remote, unserved rural locations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_922
Sponsor: Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RURAL Broadband Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_922.

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 2023-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal funds for broadband deployment (loans, grants) can only be used in geographic areas where no qualifying high-speed internet infrastructure currently exists.
  • The law prohibits using public assistance to build new infrastructure that would duplicate or compete with an existing broadband network.
  • The change aims to speed up access to high-speed internet for residents in remote, unserved rural locations.
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. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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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