Bill Title
To require the Federal Communications Commission to submit to Congress a report on promoting broadband Internet access service for veterans.
Committees
House Energy and Commerce Committee
Bill Summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Improving Broadband Access for Veterans Act of 2016 (Sec. 2) 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.
Bill
Sponsor
Committee
House Energy and Commerce Committee
Date
Dec. 6, 2016
Question
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Vote Type
2/3 YEA-AND-NAY
Result
Passed
Description
Improving Broadband Access for Veterans Act of 2016