SPEED for BEAD Act

4/1/2025, 8:06 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 119 HR 1870 aims to make changes to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in order to enhance the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program. The main goal of this bill is to improve access to broadband internet services for all Americans, especially those in underserved and rural areas.

The bill includes provisions to increase funding for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program, which will help expand broadband infrastructure in areas that currently lack access to reliable internet services. This will help bridge the digital divide and ensure that all Americans have access to the resources and opportunities that come with high-speed internet.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the program, such as streamlining the application process for funding and increasing transparency in how funds are allocated. This will help ensure that the program is able to reach as many communities as possible and make the most impact in expanding broadband access. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1870 is focused on improving broadband equity and access for all Americans, and aims to make significant strides in closing the digital divide that currently exists in the United States.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 1870

Introduced on
2025-03-05

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/5/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 119 HR 1870 aims to make changes to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in order to enhance the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program. The main goal of this bill is to improve access to broadband internet services for all Americans, especially those in underserved and rural areas.

The bill includes provisions to increase funding for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program, which will help expand broadband infrastructure in areas that currently lack access to reliable internet services. This will help bridge the digital divide and ensure that all Americans have access to the resources and opportunities that come with high-speed internet.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the program, such as streamlining the application process for funding and increasing transparency in how funds are allocated. This will help ensure that the program is able to reach as many communities as possible and make the most impact in expanding broadband access. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1870 is focused on improving broadband equity and access for all Americans, and aims to make significant strides in closing the digital divide that currently exists in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to improve the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Science, Technology, Communications

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Latest Action3/5/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.