House Republicans unveil Broadband for Rural America Act
File – In this image from video, Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pa., speaks during House debates. (House Television via AP)
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Republicans on the House Committee on Agriculture introduced a new legislative package aimed at upping connectivity in rural America. The Broadband for Rural America Act was brought forward Thursday, which would provide more than $7 billion in authorizations for USDA broadband programs.
The head of the Agriculture Committee, Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-Pa.), championed the bill. He said, “it’s time to put aside partisan differences, debate the merits of this legislation and address this significant infrastructure need.”
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Rep. Donald Norcross, D-New Jersey
Responsibilities
Norcross chairs the 16-member HASC subcommittee that has primary jurisdiction over ammunition programs, Army and Air Force acquisition programs, all Navy and Marine Corps aviation programs, and Army and Air Force National Guard and Reserve.
Legislative Priorities/Positions
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