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American Broadband Deployment Act of 2023

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3557

The American Broadband Deployment Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 3557, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at expanding access to high-speed broadband internet across the country. The bill seeks to address the digital divide by providing funding and incentives for the deployment of broadband infrastructure in underserved and rural areas.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing a grant program to support the construction of broadband infrastructure in areas that currently lack access to high-speed internet. 2. Providing tax incentives for companies that invest in broadband deployment in underserved communities. 3. Streamlining the permitting process for broadband infrastructure projects to expedite their completion. 4. Encouraging public-private partnerships to increase broadband access in rural and low-income areas. 5. Promoting competition among broadband providers to drive down costs and improve service quality. Overall, the American Broadband Deployment Act of 2023 aims to bridge the digital divide and ensure that all Americans have access to the essential services and opportunities that high-speed internet provides. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step towards achieving universal broadband access in the United States.

Current Status of Bill HR 3557

Bill HR 3557 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 22, 2023. Bill HR 3557 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 22, 2023.  Bill HR 3557's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 192. as of October 2, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3557

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
22
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
22
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3557

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative remedies
- Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies
- Environmental assessment, monitoring, research
- Federal preemption
- Federal-Indian relations
- Government buildings, facilities, and property
- Government information and archives
- Historic sites and heritage areas
- Infrastructure development
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Judicial review and appeals
- Land use and conservation
- Lease and rental services
- Retail and wholesale trades
- Rural conditions and development
- State and local government operations
- Telephone and wireless communication
- User charges and fees

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3557

American Broadband Deployment Act of 2023
American Broadband Deployment Act of 2023
American Broadband Deployment Act of 2023
To streamline Federal, State, and local permitting and regulatory reviews to expedite the deployment of communications facilities, and for other purposes.

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