Data bridge act
Data Bridge Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to update its National Broadband Map with information about the location of agricultural areas. The FCC will achieve this by consulting with the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Commerce, and state and local representatives. The goal is to better identify areas where broadband deployment is needed, particularly in rural agricultural regions.
Key provisions
- The FCC must incorporate agricultural area location data into the National Broadband Map.
- The FCC must update the map no later than 180 days after the bill’s enactment.
- The FCC must consult with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Department of Commerce.
- The FCC must consult with state and local representatives.
- The bill defines ‘Commission’ and ‘State’ for clarity.
Who is affected
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
- Farmers and agricultural communities
- State and local governments
- Broadband providers
- The Department of Agriculture
Notable changes
- The National Broadband Map will now include data on agricultural areas.
- This will help prioritize broadband deployment in areas with significant agricultural activity.
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