Promoting Access to Broadband Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-05-14T17:00:47Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4438 Promoting Access to Broadband Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/14/2026, 5:00 PM

Summary of Bill S 4438

The bill, designated as S.4438 in the 119th Congress, aims to direct the Federal Communications Commission to create a program for providing grants to States to educate individuals about potential eligibility for the Commission's Lifeline program.

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Current Status of Bill S 4438

Bill S 4438 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 29, 2026. Bill S 4438 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 29, 2026. Bill S 4438's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S2131-2132) as of April 29, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4438

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4438

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Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4438

A bill to direct the Federal Communications Commission to establish a program to make grants available to States to inform individuals of potential eligibility for the Lifeline program of the Commission, and for other purposes.