House Dems’ Bill Would Provide Broadband Discounts in Public Housing

The Department of Housing and Urban development would cover up to the lowest cost broadband plan available in the area.

House Dems’ Bill Would Provide Broadband Discounts in Public Housing
Photo of Rep. Bill Foster, D-Ill., at a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 by Andrew Harnik/AP

WASHINGTON, June 8, 2026 – House Democrats introduced a bill Thursday that would provide internet discounts to low-income families living in subsidized housing.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development provides rent reductions or reimbursements for utility payments to households in public housing. Under the bill, led by Rep. Bill Foster, D-Ill., broadband would be added to the list of allowed utilities.

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