S.323

PLAN for Broadband Act Proper Leadership to Align Networks for Broadband Act

Introduced·1/29/25

The PLAN for Broadband Act aims to create a national strategy for synchronizing federal broadband programs.

The PLAN for Broadband Act mandates the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to develop a National Strategy to Synchronize Federal Broadband Programs. The strategy must include a comprehensive list of federal and state broadband programs, assess the effectiveness of each program, and address policy and practice differences among agencies. It should also recommend incentives and actions to improve coordination and efficiency, reduce waste and fraud, and ensure consistent reporting.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 12, 2025

9:30 AM

Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Hearing

History

Jun 1

Senate

By Senator Cruz from Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation filed written report. Report No. 119-123. Minority views filed.

May 21

Senate

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with amendments. Without written report.

May 21

Senate

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 421.