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To direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to publish data from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program, and for other purposes.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3362

Bill 118 hr 3362, also known as the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program Data Publication Act, aims to improve access to broadband internet in the United States. The bill directs the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to publish data collected from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program.

The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program is a government initiative that works to expand broadband infrastructure in underserved and rural areas. By publishing data from this program, the government hopes to increase transparency and accountability in the deployment of broadband services.

The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to broadband access, such as ensuring that the data published is accurate and up-to-date. This information will be valuable for policymakers, researchers, and the public to better understand the state of broadband access in the country and identify areas in need of improvement. Overall, Bill 118 hr 3362 seeks to promote equity in broadband access and deployment, ultimately aiming to bridge the digital divide and ensure that all Americans have access to high-speed internet services.

Congressional Summary of HR 3362

This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to publish on its website data about diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility that is collected from recipients of funding through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. The BEAD Program provides funds to states and territories for broadband deployment, connectivity, mapping, and adoption projects.

The data that the NTIA must publish includes (1) ownership and workforce demographics of subrecipients, and (2) the number and amount of contracts and subcontracts awarded to minority- and women-owned businesses.

Current Status of Bill HR 3362

Bill HR 3362 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 16, 2023. Bill HR 3362 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 16, 2023.  Bill HR 3362's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. as of May 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3362

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3362

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Computers and information technology
- Government information and archives
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Minority and disadvantaged businesses
- Women in business

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3362

To direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to publish data from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program, and for other purposes.
To direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to publish data from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program, and for other purposes.

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