H.R. 5400 · 117th Congress
Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Jahana Hayes
- Introduced
- 2021-09-28
- Latest action
- 2022-06-15 · Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Summary
Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act
This bill extends through December 31, 2024, the waiver of certain budgetary restrictions on the Universal Service Fund to continue allowing the fund to incur obligations or make expenditures in advance of appropriations. The fund, which is financed by mandatory contributions from telecommunications service providers, supports programs to increase the availability and affordability of telecommunications services.