S. 979 · 117th Congress

A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes.

Stage
In committee
Sponsor
Ron Wyden
Introduced
2021-03-25
Latest action
2021-03-25 · Introduced in Senate

Subjects

Government trust funds
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Science, technology, communications
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Food assistance and relief
Government information and archives
Indian social and development programs
Telecommunication rates and fees