H.R.4950

Data BRIDGE Act Data Broadband Reporting and Integration for Deployment in Geographically Essential Areas Act

Introduced·8/12/25

Data BRIDGE Act requires the FCC to update the National Broadband Map with data on agricultural areas.

The Data BRIDGE Act mandates the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to incorporate a layer of data on the location of agricultural areas into the National Broadband Map. This update must be completed within 180 days of the Act's enactment and maintained thereafter. The FCC is required to consult with the Secretary of Agriculture, the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information, state representatives, and other relevant stakeholders during this process.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
Energy And Commerce Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Aug 12, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Aug 12, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.