Tax Exemption for Broadband Grants to Speed Up Internet Access.
This law excludes federal and state grants designated for building high-speed internet infrastructure from taxable income. By making these funds tax-free, the government increases the effective value of the grants for recipients (companies, local governments), encouraging faster and wider deployment of broadband, especially in underserved communities. Citizens benefit from improved and quicker access to reliable internet services in their areas.
Key points
Grants received for broadband deployment under major federal programs (like BEAD) are now exempt from federal income tax.
This tax change aims to maximize the funds available for infrastructure projects, accelerating the rollout of high-speed internet in rural and low-access areas.
Recipients cannot claim tax deductions or credits for expenditures covered by the tax-exempt grant, preventing a double tax benefit.
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