To amend the Telecommunications Act of 1996 to preserve and protect the ability of State and local governments, public-private partnerships, and cooperatives to provide broadband services.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
The bill requires state, local, public-private partnership, and co-op broadband services Section 706 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (47 U.S.C. It relies on definition changes, tax rate changes, compliance mandates, and exemptions. The main policy areas are Native American Tribes, Education, Technology, and Civil Rights.
Who Benefits and How
Tribal governments and members affected by the bill could face lower compliance burdens, Telecommunications providers and users affected by the bill could face lower compliance burdens, and Educational institutions and students affected by the bill could face lower compliance burdens.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause would take on compliance duties.
Key Provisions
- Requires state, local, public-private partnership, and co-op broadband services Section 706 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (47 U.S.C.
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
The bill requires state, local, public-private partnership, and co-op broadband services Section 706 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (47 U.S.C.
Key Policy Areas
Native American Tribes, Education, Technology, Civil Rights
Primary Purpose
The bill requires state, local, public-private partnership, and co-op broadband services Section 706 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (47 U.S.C.
Policy Domains
Whole bill
Identified Gains
- Tribal governments and members affected by the bill
- Telecommunications providers and users affected by the bill
- Educational institutions and students affected by the bill
Identified Costs
- Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
IntroducedMs. Eshoo (for herself, Mr. Clyburn, Ms. Williams of Georgia, …
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