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BROADBAND Leadership Act
1/11/2023, 1:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1051
The bill outlines several key provisions aimed at achieving this goal. One of the main provisions is the establishment of a Broadband Interagency Coordination Council, which would bring together various federal agencies to coordinate efforts to expand broadband access. This council would be responsible for developing a national strategy for broadband deployment and ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the permitting process for broadband infrastructure projects, making it easier for companies to build and expand broadband networks. It also includes measures to encourage public-private partnerships in the deployment of broadband infrastructure, as well as funding for research and development of new broadband technologies. Overall, the BROADBAND Leadership Act aims to address the digital divide in the United States by promoting the expansion of broadband access to underserved communities. By improving access to high-speed internet, the bill seeks to boost economic development, enhance educational opportunities, and improve overall quality of life for all Americans.
Congressional Summary of HR 1051
Barriers and Regulatory Obstacles Avoids Deployment of Broadband Access and Needs Deregulatory Leadership Act or the BROADBAND Leadership Act
This bill limits the authority of, and places deadlines on, a state or local government over decisions regarding the placement, construction, and modification of telecommunications service facilities.
Specifically, the bill requires that the regulation of the placement, construction, or modification of a telecommunications service facility by any state or local government shall not unreasonably discriminate among providers of functionally equivalent services. Further, any decision to deny a placement, construction, or modification request must be in writing and supported by substantial evidence in a written record.
Additionally, a state or local government must grant or deny a complete request for authorization to place, construct, or modify a telecommunications service facility within 90 days of receipt of the request or within 150 days of receipt of a request to take any other action relating to such facility.
A state or local government is authorized to charge a reasonable, objective, cost-based fee for (1) review of a request, or (2) use of a right-of-way or a facility in a right-of-way that is owned or managed by the state or local government.
