Community Broadband Act of 2021

Senate Bill 1460 - Community Broadband Act of 2021: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1460 Community Broadband Act of 2021 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, 1:49 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1460

Community Broadband Act of 2021

This bill prohibits states from blocking the provision of broadband by public providers, public-private partnership providers, or cooperatively organized providers. Further, public providers and state or local entities participating in a partnership must administer applicable ordinances and rules without discrimination against competing private providers.

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Current Status of Bill S 1460

Bill S 1460 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 29, 2021. Bill S 1460 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on April 29, 2021. Bill S 1460's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of April 29, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1460

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1460

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Internet and video services

- Internet, web applications, social media

- Public-private cooperation

- State and local government operations

- Telephone and wireless communication

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1460

Community Broadband Act of 2021

A bill to amend the Telecommunications Act of 1996 to preserve and protect the ability of State and local governments, public-private partnerships, and cooperatives to provide broadband services.

Community Broadband Act of 2021