To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes.

Bill 117 hr 1721, also known as the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund Enhancement Act, seeks to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 in order to allocate more funds to the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund. This fund aims to provide financial assistance to low-income households in need of affordable internet access.

Additionally, the bill proposes to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to enhance the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier. This verifier is a system used to determine eligibility for the Lifeline program, which offers discounted phone and internet services to low-income individuals.

Furthermore, the legislation calls for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse. This coordination aims to improve the accuracy and efficiency of verifying eligibility for the Lifeline program. Overall, the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund Enhancement Act aims to expand access to affordable internet services for low-income households and improve the effectiveness of the Lifeline program through enhanced coordination and funding.