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Improving Broadband Access for Veterans Act of 2017

This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to submit to Congress a report on promoting broadband Internet access service for veterans, in particular low-income veterans and veterans residing in rural areas.

In preparing the report, the FCC shall provide the public with notice and an opportunity to comment.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2017-10-05IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.Senate
2017-10-05IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Science, Technology, Communications
See Subjects
  • Congressional oversight
  • Government studies and investigations
  • Internet and video services
  • Internet, web applications, social media
  • Rural conditions and development
  • Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

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