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Introduced
04/12/2018
04/12/2018
In Committee
04/12/2018
04/12/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
Community Connect Grant Program Act of 2018 This bill amends the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to provide statutory authority for the existing Community Connect Grant Program, which is a Department of Agriculture program that provides grants to finance broadband transmission in rural areas where broadband service does not currently exist.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish the Community Connect Grant Program, which provides grants to eligible entities (such as incorporated organizations, Indian tribes, states, and local governments) to finance broadband transmission in rural areas where broadband service does not currently exist. The grants can be used for constructing, acquiring, or leasing broadband facilities and improving or expanding community centers within the proposed service area. The bill requires grant recipients to provide free wireless broadband service to a community center and essential community facilities for at least 2 years, and contribute at least 15% of the grant amount as matching funds. The bill authorizes $50 million in annual appropriations to carry out the program.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (on 04/12/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/senate-bill/2654/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s2654/BILLS-115s2654is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s2654/BILLS-115s2654is.pdf.pdf |
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