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H.R.5037

Middle Mile for Rural America Act

Introduced·8/26/25

Extends the Rural Electrification Act to support middle mile infrastructure in rural areas through 2031.

The Middle Mile for Rural America Act extends the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to support middle mile infrastructure in rural areas. This infrastructure, which connects local networks to larger broadband networks, will be supported through 2031. The bill amends the Rural Electrification Act to extend its provisions, ensuring continued investment in rural broadband infrastructure.

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Where it stands

Current
Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 13

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development.

Aug 26, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Aug 26, 2025

House

Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.