S 1485 · 116th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications

Map Improvement Act of 2019

Introduced 2019-05-15· Sponsored by Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.(2019-05-15)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Map Improvement Act of 2019 This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish a standardized methodology for collecting and mapping accurate fixed and mobile broadband internet service coverage data. The FCC must form an Office of Broadband Data Collection and Mapping to serve as the central point for data collection, aggregation, and validation. In addition, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration must establish a technical assistance program for providing grants to assist with mapping and development and to assess both broadband adoption rates and advertised pricing.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Republican