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Establishment of the ReConnect Program for Rural Broadband

This Act amends the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish the ReConnect program. The program provides grants and loans for the construction, improvement, and acquisition of facilities and equipment for broadband service in rural areas. To qualify for funding, projects must provide transmission capacity of at least 100-Mbps (downstream and upstream) and participate in federal internet affordability programs.
Key points
Authorization of $650,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 for ReConnect grants and loans.
Requirement for funded projects to provide at least 100-Mbps downstream and 100-Mbps upstream transmission capacity.
Priority given to areas where at least 90% of households lack access to 100/20 Mbps service, and to low-income or isolated communities.
Recipients must participate in the Affordable Connectivity Program or the Lifeline program.
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Print number: 118_S_1642
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2023-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ReConnecting Rural America Act of 2023

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What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1642.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorization of $650,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 for ReConnect grants and loans.
  • Requirement for funded projects to provide at least 100-Mbps downstream and 100-Mbps upstream transmission capacity.
  • Priority given to areas where at least 90% of households lack access to 100/20 Mbps service, and to low-income or isolated communities.
  • Recipients must participate in the Affordable Connectivity Program or the Lifeline program.
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. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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