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Broadband Buildout Accountability Act
3/17/2025, 12:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1579
Bill 119 HR 1579, also known as the "Freedom of Information Act for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program," aims to increase transparency and accountability within the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information's actions and decisions related to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program.
The bill seeks to apply the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to the Assistant Secretary's activities, ensuring that the public has the right to access information regarding the program. This includes details on how funds are allocated, decisions made, and actions taken to promote broadband equity, access, and deployment.
By subjecting the Assistant Secretary's actions to FOIA, the bill aims to promote transparency and oversight, allowing the public to hold the government accountable for its decisions and ensure that the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program is being implemented effectively and fairly. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1579 seeks to enhance transparency and accountability within the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program by applying the principles of the Freedom of Information Act to the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information's actions and decisions.
The bill seeks to apply the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to the Assistant Secretary's activities, ensuring that the public has the right to access information regarding the program. This includes details on how funds are allocated, decisions made, and actions taken to promote broadband equity, access, and deployment.
By subjecting the Assistant Secretary's actions to FOIA, the bill aims to promote transparency and oversight, allowing the public to hold the government accountable for its decisions and ensure that the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program is being implemented effectively and fairly. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1579 seeks to enhance transparency and accountability within the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program by applying the principles of the Freedom of Information Act to the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information's actions and decisions.
Congressional Summary of HR 1579
Broadband Buildout Accountability Act
This bill makes actions or decisions of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration concerning the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program subject to the Freedom of Information Act, which governs the release of federal documents.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1579
Bill HR 1579 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2025. Bill HR 1579 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2025. Bill HR 1579's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 25, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1579
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
5Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
5Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1579
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1579
To apply the Freedom of Information Act to actions and decisions of the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information in carrying out the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program.
To apply the Freedom of Information Act to actions and decisions of the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information in carrying out the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1579
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