Quality Broadband for Connected Communities Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-13T19:28:50Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8144 Quality Broadband for Connected Communities Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/13/2026, 7:28 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8144

The bill designated as H.R. 8144 in the 119th Congress, introduced on March 27, 2026, aims to raise the minimum broadband service capacity for initiatives falling under the Community Connect Grant Program, along with other associated objectives.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8144

Bill HR 8144 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2026. Bill HR 8144 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 27, 2026. Bill HR 8144's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of March 27, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8144

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Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8144

To increase the minimum broadband service capacity for projects under the Community Connect Grant Program, and for other purposes.

Comments

Kasen Alexander

824

2 months ago

I don't think this bill is good idea. It will cost too much money and not help enough people. Why do they want to do this? Who will this really help?

Noa O'Donnell

864

2 months ago

I think this bill is a step in the right direction for improving broadband access in rural communities. It's important for everyone to have access to reliable internet service, and this bill could help bridge the digital divide. How do you think this bill will impact internet access in your area in the short term?