Rural
The Farm Bill Fight That Will Shape Rural Broadband
Republicans were unable to move their bill forward. The measure will determine the future of the USDA’s ReConnect Broadband program.
Funding
Treasury Extends Capital Projects Fund Deadline for Broadband Builds
Recipients can request a six-month extension after citing permitting delays, material shortages, and weather disruptions.
FCC
Farm Bill Should Include Higher Broadband Speed Requirements
Congress should increase speed requirements for the USDA’s broadband programs to encourage fiber builds, committee hears.
