Bill > HR2289

This bill, the American Broadband Deployment Act of 2025, aims to accelerate the deployment of broadband infrastructure by streamlining permitting and regulatory processes at federal, state, and local levels. Key provisions include limiting the need for environmental and historical preservation reviews for certain communications projects, particularly those involving modifications to existing wireless and wireline facilities under section 6409(a) of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012, which is referred to as an "eligible facilities request." The bill also establishes stricter timeframes for local governments to approve or deny requests for placing, constructing, or modifying telecommunications facilities, and introduces "deemed granted" provisions if these deadlines are missed. Furthermore, it clarifies and modifies regulations concerning cable franchise applications, the placement of cable equipment, and franchise terms, while also addressing the timely consideration of applications for federal easements, rights-of-way, and leases.