Broadband Transparency Act

Official: Broadband Buildout Accountability Act

IntroducedFebruary 25, 2025

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.

Affects: People living in areas with limited or no broadband access will be directly impacted by this bill.

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.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill makes the Freedom of Information Act apply to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program. 2. It ensures that actions and decisions by the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information are open to public scrutiny. 3. The bill aims to increase accountability in how broadband funding is managed and distributed. 4. It affects the transparency of government processes related to broadband access and equity.

Who is affected?

People living in areas with limited or no broadband access will be directly impacted by this bill.