Latest action: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 559.
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Sponsor
Gwen Moore (D-WI)
Filed in the House.
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CONNECT Act establishes programs to improve family connectivity and communication services.
The problem
Families face barriers accessing affordable, reliable communication services. Rural and underserved communities may lack adequate connectivity infrastructure and resources.
The proposal
Bill creates initiatives to expand communication networks, improve service access, and provide support for family-focused connectivity programs.
The impact
Families nationwide, especially in rural and low-income areas, gain better access to communication services and technology resources.
Expands communication infrastructure to underserved areas. Helps rural families access better connectivity for education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
Better connectivity attracts businesses and jobs to rural communities. Creates opportunities for remote work and entrepreneurship in underserved regions.
Improved connectivity enables online learning and distance education. Helps students access educational resources regardless of location.
Supports long-distance family communication. Improves access to services families need for health and safety.
Requires federal funding and budget allocation. May increase taxes or reduce spending in other areas.
Building infrastructure takes time and coordination. May face delays in reaching intended communities.
Bill summary lacks specifics on funding amounts, timelines, and program details. Difficult to assess full scope and effectiveness.
Generated by AI from the bill text. Not a prediction and not legal or policy advice. The percentage is the model's own rating of each item — self-reported, and not a measure of how accurate it is.
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Where their individual donors work · 2026 cycle
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