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WA SB5357
WA SB5357Establishing and making appropriations for the capital broadband investment acceleration program.
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Introduced
01/27/2021
01/27/2021
In Committee
03/07/2021
03/07/2021
Crossed Over
03/05/2021
03/05/2021
Passed
Dead
03/10/2022
03/10/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to establishing and making appropriations for the capital broadband investment acceleration program; adding a new section to chapter 43.330 RCW; and making an appropriation.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the capital broadband investment acceleration program within the statewide broadband office in Washington. The program will provide competitive grants to increase broadband access in unserved areas of the state, with priority given to projects serving distressed and rural areas. The grants can be used to match funds required to participate in federal broadband infrastructure programs. The bill sets out eligible applicants, limits on administrative expenses, and requires the development of a project evaluation process to coordinate state and federal broadband funding opportunities.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Senate Rules "X" file. (on 01/10/2022)
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