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BillHR 8576 · 119

Promoting Access to Broadband Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 29, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 29, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds and promotes the expansion of broadband internet access to underserved areas. Requires the development of strategies to increase broadband availability and adoption.

Sponsored By

Robin L. Kelly
Democrat · Illinois · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 29, 2026
  3. Apr 29, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects people living in rural or low-income areas with limited internet access, potentially providing them with faster and more reliable broadband connections. It also impacts internet service providers and local governments involved in the expansion and development of broadband infrastructure.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicTech & Platforms
CommitteeEnergy and Commerce Committee
IntroducedApr 29, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 29, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Subjects
  • Tech

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.