S-1621 : Still Just a Bill


Ending Mobile and Broadband Welfare Act of 2015

Prohibits a commercial mobile service or Internet access service provider from receiving universal service support for the provision of such service through the Federal Communications Commission's Lifeline program, which provides discounts on monthly telephone service to qualifying low-income consumers.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2015-06-18IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.Senate
2015-06-18IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

David Vitter [R] (LA)
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Policy Area :

Science, Technology, Communications
Related Subjects
  • Internet, web applications, social media
  • Telecommunication rates and fees
  • Telephone and wireless communication
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