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Introduced
06/10/2021
06/10/2021
In Committee
06/10/2021
06/10/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To require the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Commu- nications and Information to establish a State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Digital Equity Act of 2021, would establish a State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program and a Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program to promote digital equity and inclusion. The bill defines key terms like "digital equity" and "digital inclusion," and requires the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to administer the programs, consult with other federal agencies, and report on the programs' progress and impact. The bill authorizes funding for the programs and includes provisions related to nondiscrimination, technological neutrality, and oversight. Overall, the bill aims to help ensure all individuals and communities in the United States have access to and can effectively use affordable information and communication technologies.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (on 06/10/2021)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/2018/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s2018/BILLS-117s2018is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s2018/BILLS-117s2018is.pdf.pdf |
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