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New Bill Gives Rural Broadband Authority To USDA


By Travis Cleven
May 25, 2021 | 5:30 AM
Last week lawmakers introduced the Broadband for Rural America Act. This would put the Department of Agriculture in charge of calling the shots for rural broadband rather than the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Georgia Representative Austin Scott mentioned, “The FCC’s had their chance, and they haven’t gotten it done.” The bill is one of a few different proposals from House Republicans. Scott says the bill would help with new investments for USDA connectivity programs to bring high-speed internet to rural America.
Specifically, the bill would allow $3.7 billion per year for rural broadband programs. For example, the ReConnect Rural Broadband Program, the Middle Mile Broadband Program, and the Innovative Broadband Advancement Program. The Broadband for Rural American Act would also target assistance for the most rural and least-connected residents, which are also usually the most expensive to connect. Fin ....

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