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Middle Mile for Rural America Act
2/4/2026, 3:28 PM
Summary of Bill S 3633
The Middle Mile for Rural America Act, introduced in the 119th Congress as Senate Bill 3633 on January 14, 2026, aims to address connectivity challenges in rural areas. The bill likely focuses on improving broadband infrastructure or access to high-speed internet services in underserved rural communities. Specific provisions may include funding for middle-mile infrastructure projects, initiatives to enhance internet connectivity, or incentives for private sector investment in rural broadband expansion. Further details and specific directives would need to be reviewed within the bill's text or official sources provided.
Congressional Summary of S 3633
Middle Mile for Rural America Act
This bill reauthorizes through FY2031 a Department of Agriculture program to support middle mile broadband infrastructure in rural areas. Under the program, middle mile infrastructure is broadband infrastructure that does not connect directly to end users (including anchor institutions) and may include interoffice transport, backhaul, internet connectivity, data centers, or special access transport to rural areas.
The program provides grants, loans, and loan guarantees for middle mile projects in rural areas. It was established in 2018 but has not been funded.
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Current Status of Bill S 3633
Bill S 3633 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 14, 2026. Bill S 3633 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 14, 2026. Bill S 3633's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of January 14, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3633
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3633
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3633
A bill to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to reauthorize the expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas.
A bill to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to reauthorize the expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3633
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