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Broadband Transparency Act
Recent Bills/Broadband Transparency Act

Broadband Transparency Act

IntroducedFebruary 25, 2025
In Senate1 year ago
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Why This Matters

This bill requires that decisions made about broadband funding be open to public access and review.

If you live in a rural area with poor internet service, this bill could help ensure better accountability for broadband funding.
Who this affects
People with limited broadband access
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill makes the Freedom of Information Act apply to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program.
  2. 2It ensures that actions and decisions by the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information are open to public scrutiny.
  3. 3The bill aims to increase accountability in how broadband funding is managed and distributed.
  4. 4It affects the transparency of government processes related to broadband access and equity.
Read the detailed summary

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.

Bill Progress3 of 4
Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.
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Senate
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IntroducedFeb 25, 2025
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The President

Donald Trump
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Awaiting Vote
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