H7120

Establishes a statewide broadband community outreach coordinator to assist state residents interested in learning more and/or applying for, the federal Affordable Connectivity Program.

Introduced·1/15/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a broadband community outreach coordinator to help Rhode Island residents with the Affordable Connectivity Program.

The bill creates a broadband community outreach coordinator within the Division of Public Utilities to assist Rhode Island residents in learning about and applying for the federal Affordable Connectivity Program. This program aims to provide financial assistance for broadband services to eligible households. The coordinator will be responsible for disseminating information and supporting applications for this federal aid.

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Where it stands

Current
Innovation, Internet, & Technology Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
3
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 5

12:00 AM

House Innovation, Internet, & Technology Hearing

History

Mar 5

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Feb 27

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/05/2026)

Jan 15

House

Introduced, referred to House Innovation, Internet, & Technology