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Increased Transparency for Federal Broadband Infrastructure Spending (BEAD Program).

This bill aims to increase transparency regarding the allocation of billions of federal dollars designated for expanding high-speed internet access (the BEAD Program). By applying the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), citizens and the media will gain the right to request and review documents related to how officials make decisions about these funds. This ensures greater public oversight of taxpayer money used for internet infrastructure development.
Key points
Full Transparency Mandate: Actions and decisions related to the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program will now be subject to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
Increased Public Oversight: Citizens gain the ability to scrutinize how the government awards grants for building internet networks, enhancing accountability for public officials.
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Print number: 118_S_1234
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Broadband Buildout Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1234.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Full Transparency Mandate: Actions and decisions related to the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program will now be subject to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
  • Increased Public Oversight: Citizens gain the ability to scrutinize how the government awards grants for building internet networks, enhancing accountability for public officials.
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 Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

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