Speedy Updates Act of 2021

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:48:22Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1714 Speedy Updates 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, 1:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1714

Bill 117 hr 1714, also known as the Speedy Updates Act of 2021, aims to streamline the process of updating and modernizing government websites. The bill focuses on ensuring that federal agency websites are regularly updated with accurate and relevant information for the public.

The Speedy Updates Act requires federal agencies to establish a process for regularly reviewing and updating their websites to ensure that information is current and easily accessible. This includes updating contact information, program details, and other important resources that may be necessary for the public to access.

Additionally, the bill requires agencies to prioritize the accessibility of their websites for individuals with disabilities, ensuring that all information is available in a format that is easily navigable for all users. The Speedy Updates Act also includes provisions for reporting on the progress of website updates, requiring agencies to submit regular reports to Congress on their efforts to keep their websites up-to-date. Overall, the Speedy Updates Act of 2021 aims to improve transparency and accessibility for the public by ensuring that government websites are regularly updated with accurate and relevant information.

Congressional Summary of HR 1714

Speedy Updates Act of 2021

This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to submit a report evaluating the process used by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for establishing, reviewing, and updating the upload and download broadband internet access speed thresholds.

This report must include (1) how the FCC reviews and updates broadband internet access speed thresholds; (2) whether the FCC considers future broadband speed needs when establishing these thresholds; and (3) how the FCC considers the impacts of changes in the use of the internet when establishing, reviewing, or updating these thresholds.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1714

Bill HR 1714 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 9, 2021. Bill HR 1714 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 9, 2021. Bill HR 1714's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. as of March 10, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1714

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1714

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Educational technology and distance education

- Government studies and investigations

- Internet, web applications, social media

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1714

Speedy Updates Act of 2021

To require the Comptroller General of the United States to submit a report evaluating the process used by the Federal Communications Commission for establishing, reviewing, and updating upload and download broadband internet access speed thresholds, and for other purposes.

Speedy Updates Act of 2021