U.S. Sens. Jacky Rosen and Susan Collins announced they have introduced a bill that will help to increase access to fast and reliable broadband service to rural areas and unserved communities.
Unserved communities include areas where broadband is unavailable at speeds that meet the FCC's standard.
The act would require broadband projects that receive funding to be located and prioritized in these unserved areas, as well as require that federal funding be matched through public-private partnership between the broadband service provider and the state.
The senators want the broadband projects to be future proof, meaning the infrastructure will be able to deliver higher speeds as broadband accelerates in the future.
The bill would also provide grants to states for digital literacy and public awareness campaigns.
Senator Rosen says the legislation would help ensure broadband access for Nevada's rural communities.
“Access to fast, reliable broadband is critical for families all across the state of Nevada -- including in our rural communities -- to do everything from attending school online to conducting business,” Rosen continued.
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