BUILD IT Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 8230 BUILD IT Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 5:33 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8230

The BUILD IT Act, also known as Bill 117 HR 8230, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting the development of broadband infrastructure in underserved and rural areas. The bill seeks to address the digital divide by providing funding and support for the construction of high-speed internet networks in areas that currently lack access to reliable internet service.

Specifically, the BUILD IT Act would establish a grant program within the Department of Commerce to award funding to eligible entities for the deployment of broadband infrastructure. These grants would be used to support the construction of new broadband networks, as well as the upgrade and expansion of existing networks, with a focus on reaching underserved and rural communities.

In addition to providing financial assistance for broadband infrastructure projects, the BUILD IT Act also includes provisions to streamline the permitting process for these projects, reduce regulatory barriers, and encourage public-private partnerships to maximize the impact of the funding. Overall, the BUILD IT Act is designed to accelerate the deployment of high-speed internet access in areas that are currently underserved, with the goal of bridging the digital divide and ensuring that all Americans have access to the economic, educational, and social opportunities that come with reliable internet connectivity.

Congressional Summary of HR 8230

Border's Unused Idle and Lying Dormant Inventory Transfer Act or the BUILD IT Act

This bill requires the federal government to transfer, upon request, materials associated with the construction of a barrier along the U.S.-Mexico border to the governments of the states along that border (i.e., Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas). The transferred materials must be used to construct a barrier along the U.S.-Mexico border.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8230

Bill HR 8230 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 24, 2022. Bill HR 8230 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 24, 2022. Bill HR 8230's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations. as of June 25, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8230

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8230

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Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8230

BUILD IT Act

Border's Unused Idle and Lying Dormant Inventory Transfer Act

To terminate certain contracts relating to the construction of the border fence and to transfer unused border fence material to the States along the southwest border.