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HCR 29 urges Congress to continue funding the Affordable Connectivity Program, ensuring low-income households can access affordable internet services for digital equity.

Returned to the House

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Bill Overview

Bill Number: HCR 29

Title: Urging the United States Congress to Support Continued Funding of the Affordable Connectivity Program

Status: Report and Resolution Adopted; Transmitted to House

Introduced: February 28, 2025

Classification: Concurrent Resolution

Subject: Affordable Connectivity Program, extension, United States Congress

Purpose and Intent

HCR 29 is a concurrent resolution aimed at urging the United States Congress to continue funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The ACP is designed to provide financial assistance to low-income households to help them afford internet services, thereby promoting digital equity and access to essential online resources.

Key Provisions

Support for Funding: The resolution expresses strong support for the ongoing funding of the ACP, which is crucial for maintaining affordable internet access for eligible households.

Advocacy for Congress: It calls upon Congress to prioritize the ACP in its budget considerations and to ensure that funding is sustained or increased to meet the growing needs of low-income families.

Affected Parties

Low-Income Households: The primary beneficiaries of the ACP are low-income families who rely on the program to access affordable internet services.

Service Providers: Internet service providers may also be impacted as continued funding could lead to increased participation in the program, enhancing their customer base among low-income users.

Community Organizations: Organizations that advocate for digital equity and support low-income families will benefit from the resolution's emphasis on continued funding.

Legislative Timeline

February 28, 2025: Bill introduced.

March 4, 2025: Bill offered.

March 14, 2025: Referred to the Health, Land, and Finance committees.

April 22, 2024: Resolution adopted in final form and transmitted to the House after passing through various committees with recommendations for adoption.

Public Hearings: The bill underwent public hearings and discussions in multiple committees, including the Committee on Water and Land (WAL) and the Committee on Finance (FIN).

Conclusion

HCR 29 serves as a formal request to Congress to ensure that the Affordable Connectivity Program remains funded, thus supporting low-income households in accessing vital internet services. The resolution reflects a commitment to enhancing digital equity and ensuring that all families have the resources necessary to participate in an increasingly digital world.

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