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Study on Using Low-Orbit Satellites for Broadband in Appalachia

Also known as: Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act

Key Points

  • Congress would require the Government Accountability Office to study whether the Appalachian Regional Commission can use low-orbit satellites in broadband projects.
  • The study must be completed and sent to Congress within 90 days after the bill becomes law.
  • The study would look at whether low-orbit satellite internet can handle business needs, like stable connections for shops and remote work.
  • It would review whether places using these satellites have seen economic growth for businesses, and whether the approach is cost-effective.
InfrastructureTelecommunicationsEconomy

Milestones

4 milestones6 actions
Jan 21, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Jan 21, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Jan 21, 2026House

Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Discharged

Mar 27, 2025House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Mar 27, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act

Bill NumberHR 2474
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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