Tribal Connect Act of 2022

Hozzl · 2022-12-29T13:18:34Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 5001 Tribal Connect Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 1:18 PM

Congressional Summary of S 5001

Tribal Connect Act of 2022

This bill expands tribal access to the Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support (E-rate) program, which provides discounted broadband internet access and telecommunications services to certain schools and libraries. It also establishes a pilot program to provide broadband internet access service to essential community-serving institutions (e.g., community centers) located on tribal land.

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Current Status of Bill S 5001

Bill S 5001 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 28, 2022. Bill S 5001 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on September 28, 2022. Bill S 5001's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. as of September 28, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5001

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5001

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Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5001

Tribal Connect Act of 2022

A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to improve access by Indian Tribes to support from universal service programs of the Federal Communications Commission, and for other purposes.