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Small Business Broadband and Emerging Information Technology Enhancement Act of 2023
3/13/2024, 6:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 2677
Bill 118 s 2677, also known as the Small Business Broadband and Emerging Information Technology Enhancement Act of 2023, aims to improve access to broadband internet and emerging information technology for small businesses in the United States. The bill recognizes the importance of these technologies in helping small businesses compete in the modern economy.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a grant program to help small businesses access and adopt broadband internet services. This program will provide funding to small businesses to help cover the costs of installing and upgrading broadband infrastructure. 2. Creating a task force to study and make recommendations on how to improve access to emerging information technologies for small businesses. The task force will be composed of experts in the field and will work to identify barriers to adoption and develop strategies to overcome them. 3. Providing funding for training programs to help small businesses learn how to effectively use emerging information technologies. This will help small businesses take full advantage of the benefits these technologies can offer. 4. Encouraging partnerships between small businesses and technology providers to promote innovation and collaboration in the use of technology. This will help small businesses stay competitive and adapt to changing market conditions. Overall, the Small Business Broadband and Emerging Information Technology Enhancement Act of 2023 aims to support small businesses in harnessing the power of broadband internet and emerging technologies to grow and succeed in the digital age.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a grant program to help small businesses access and adopt broadband internet services. This program will provide funding to small businesses to help cover the costs of installing and upgrading broadband infrastructure. 2. Creating a task force to study and make recommendations on how to improve access to emerging information technologies for small businesses. The task force will be composed of experts in the field and will work to identify barriers to adoption and develop strategies to overcome them. 3. Providing funding for training programs to help small businesses learn how to effectively use emerging information technologies. This will help small businesses take full advantage of the benefits these technologies can offer. 4. Encouraging partnerships between small businesses and technology providers to promote innovation and collaboration in the use of technology. This will help small businesses stay competitive and adapt to changing market conditions. Overall, the Small Business Broadband and Emerging Information Technology Enhancement Act of 2023 aims to support small businesses in harnessing the power of broadband internet and emerging technologies to grow and succeed in the digital age.
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Current Status of Bill S 2677
Bill S 2677 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill S 2677 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023.  Bill S 2677's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. as of July 27, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2677
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2677
Primary Policy Focus
CommerceAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2677
Small Business Broadband and Emerging Information Technology Enhancement Act of 2023
Small Business Broadband and Emerging Information Technology Enhancement Act of 2023
A bill to improve certain programs of the Small Business Administration to better assist small business customers in accessing broadband technology, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2677
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