To require the United States Government to obtain and maintain the capacity to transmit internet access service abroad and domestically in case of emergency-related disruptions, and to strengthen support for circumvention technologies that allow users to evade government-backed censorship.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
The bill provides transmission of internet access service; circumvention technology. It relies on definition changes, appropriations, reporting requirements, and compliance mandates. The main policy areas are Electric Utilities, Transportation, Finance, and Energy.
Who Benefits and How
Telecommunications providers and users affected by the bill could gain revenue opportunities, Electric utilities and power customers affected by the bill could gain revenue opportunities, and Businesses and employers affected by the bill could gain revenue opportunities.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause would take on compliance duties.
Key Provisions
- Provides transmission of internet access service; circumvention technology.
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
The bill provides transmission of internet access service; circumvention technology.
Key Policy Areas
Electric Utilities, Transportation, Finance, Energy
Primary Purpose
The bill provides transmission of internet access service; circumvention technology.
Policy Domains
Whole bill
Identified Gains
- Telecommunications providers and users affected by the bill
- Electric utilities and power customers affected by the bill
- Businesses and employers affected by the bill
- Aviation operators and passengers affected by the bill
Identified Costs
- Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
IntroducedMr. Rubio (for himself, Mr. Scott of Florida, and Mr. …
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