Bill 118 s 2677, also known as the Small Business Broadband and Emerging Information Technology Enhancement Act of 2023, aims to improve access to broadband internet and emerging information technology for small businesses in the United States. The bill recognizes the importance of these technologies in helping small businesses compete in the modern economy.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a grant program to help small businesses access and adopt broadband internet services. This program will provide funding to small businesses to help cover the costs of installing and upgrading broadband infrastructure.
2. Creating a task force to study and make recommendations on how to improve access to emerging information technologies for small businesses. The task force will be composed of experts in the field and will work to identify barriers to adoption and develop strategies to overcome them.
3. Providing funding for training programs to help small businesses learn how to effectively use emerging information technologies. This will help small businesses take full advantage of the benefits these technologies can offer.
4. Encouraging partnerships between small businesses and technology providers to promote innovation and collaboration in the use of technology. This will help small businesses stay competitive and adapt to changing market conditions.
Overall, the Small Business Broadband and Emerging Information Technology Enhancement Act of 2023 aims to support small businesses in harnessing the power of broadband internet and emerging technologies to grow and succeed in the digital age.