Federal Broadband Permit Coordination Act of 2023

Bill 118 hr 3306, also known as the Federal Broadband Permit Coordination Act of 2023, aims to streamline the process for obtaining permits to deploy broadband infrastructure on federal lands. The bill seeks to address the challenges faced by broadband providers in navigating the complex and time-consuming permitting process, which can often delay the expansion of broadband access to underserved areas.

Under the provisions of the bill, a Federal Broadband Permit Coordinator would be appointed to oversee and coordinate the permitting process for broadband infrastructure projects on federal lands. The Coordinator would work with relevant federal agencies to establish a single, standardized permitting process that would apply across all federal lands, reducing the administrative burden on broadband providers and expediting the deployment of broadband infrastructure.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve coordination between federal, state, and local governments in the permitting process, as well as measures to ensure that environmental and cultural resources are protected during the deployment of broadband infrastructure. Overall, the Federal Broadband Permit Coordination Act of 2023 aims to facilitate the expansion of broadband access to underserved areas by streamlining the permitting process for broadband infrastructure projects on federal lands. By reducing administrative barriers and improving coordination between government agencies, the bill seeks to accelerate the deployment of broadband infrastructure and improve access to high-speed internet for all Americans.