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CLOSE THE GAP Act

Introduced
May 19, 2026
Cosponsors
2
Traction
0
Last Action
May 19, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the development of a strategy to improve broadband internet access in rural areas, and Funds research to identify and address gaps in broadband coverage. Establishes a program to collect and share data on broadband availability

Sponsored By

John Barrasso
Republican · Wyoming · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. May 19, 2026
  3. May 19, 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

Affects rural communities by potentially improving their access to broadband internet, and impacts internet service providers and researchers by requiring them to participate in data collection and strategy development

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
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicTech & Platforms
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources
IntroducedMay 19, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 19, 2026
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S2375-2377)
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.