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This bill, the American Broadband Buildout Act of 2019, would provide federal matching grants to states for broadband infrastructure projects. The bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to distribute the grants to eligible entities (states or state-authorized entities) for qualifying projects that deploy last-mile broadband infrastructure in unserved areas. The bill also directs the FCC to award grants for digital literacy programs and public awareness campaigns to increase broadband adoption. The bill prioritizes funding for states with lower broadband subscription rates and requires the FCC to establish transparency and accountability measures, such as buildout milestones and penalties for noncompliance, to oversee the grant program.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/2018/all-info