Wireless Broadband Competition and Efficient Deployment Act

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:47:24Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1056 Wireless Broadband Competition and Efficient Deployment Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1056

Bill 117 hr 1056, also known as the Wireless Broadband Competition and Efficient Deployment Act, aims to promote competition and efficient deployment of wireless broadband services in the United States. The bill focuses on streamlining the process for deploying wireless infrastructure, such as cell towers and antennas, by reducing regulatory barriers and encouraging collaboration between federal, state, and local governments.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a national standard for the siting of wireless facilities, which would help to expedite the approval process for new infrastructure projects. This standard would also help to ensure that wireless providers have equal access to public rights-of-way and other necessary resources for deploying their networks.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to encourage the deployment of wireless broadband in rural and underserved areas, where access to high-speed internet is often limited. This includes providing financial incentives for companies to expand their networks to these areas and promoting the use of innovative technologies to bridge the digital divide. Overall, the Wireless Broadband Competition and Efficient Deployment Act seeks to create a more competitive and efficient wireless broadband market in the US, while also expanding access to high-speed internet in underserved communities.

Congressional Summary of HR 1056

Wireless Broadband Competition and Efficient Deployment Act

This bill excludes certain personal wireless facility projects from specified review requirements.

Specifically, the bill excludes from specified environmental and historic preservation review a project that involves the mounting, installation, or modification of eligible personal wireless facilities (i.e., antennas, apparatuses, transmitting devices, and related equipment for the provision of personal wireless service).

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Current Status of Bill HR 1056

Bill HR 1056 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 15, 2021. Bill HR 1056 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 15, 2021. Bill HR 1056's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change. as of February 16, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1056

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1056

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Science, Technology, Communications

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Environmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental regulatory proceduresHistoric sites and heritage areasInternet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaLicensing and registrationsTelephone and wireless communication

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1056

Wireless Broadband Competition and Efficient Deployment ActTo provide that a project for the collocation of a personal wireless service facility is not subject to requirements to prepare certain environmental or historical preservation reviews.Wireless Broadband Competition and Efficient Deployment Act

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