Middle Mile for Rural America Act
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Create an account to record your position, submit testimony, or contact your legislator.
Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill reauthorizes the expansion of high-speed internet infrastructure, known as ‘middle mile’ broadband, into rural areas of the United States. It updates the timeframe for this expansion, extending it from 2018 to 2023 to 2026 to 2031. The goal is to improve internet access and connectivity for residents and businesses in underserved rural communities. This update aims to ensure continued progress in bridging the digital divide.
Key provisions
- Extends the timeframe for middle mile broadband expansion from 2018-2023 to 2026-2031.
- Reauthorizes Section 602(g) of the Rural Electrification Act.
- Focuses on expanding high-speed internet infrastructure in rural America.
- Aims to improve broadband access for rural communities.
Who is affected
- Rural communities
- Residents of rural areas
- Businesses in rural areas
- Telecommunications providers
Notable changes
- Updates the timeline for middle mile broadband deployment.
Bill text
Read the latest version inline or switch to a previous version.
Text extraction is in progress. View the official source.
Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
2 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsor
Arguments
Reasons offered for and against this legislation.
Arguments in favor
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yours