Broadband Access Expansion Bill

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to study and report to Congress on the Appalachian Regional Commission’s capability to incorporate low-orbit satellites in broadband projects. Specifically, the study must review and analyze the capacity and cost-effectiveness of using satellite broadband service for business purposes and economic development.

1. This bill requires a study on using low-orbit satellites for broadband in Appalachia. 2. The study will assess how satellite broadband can support local businesses. 3. It will also look at economic growth in areas that have used satellite broadband. 4. The bill evaluates the cost-effectiveness of implementing satellite broadband for development.

Residents and businesses in the Appalachian region who need better internet access.