Bill
HR 6070
Overview: HR 6070 - To amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to reauthorize the Community Connect Grant Program, and for other purposes.Status: Introduced in HouseIntroduced:
Overview: HR 6070 - To amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to reauthorize the Community Connect Grant Program, and for other purposes.
Status: Introduced in House
Introduced: November 17, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to reauthorize and expand the Community Connect Grant Program, which provides federal funding to deploy broadband infrastructure in rural and underserved communities. The program's goal is to increase access to high-speed internet and promote economic development in these areas.
Key Provisions:
- Reauthorizes the Community Connect Grant Program through 2030
- Increases the maximum grant award from $3 million to $5 million per project
- Expands eligibility to include Tribal governments and non-profit organizations
- Requires grant recipients to provide free broadband service to critical community facilities for at least 2 years
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Rural and underserved communities will benefit from improved broadband access and infrastructure
- Tribal governments and non-profit organizations will have new opportunities to apply for grant funding
- Local economies may see increased economic activity and job creation due to improved connectivity
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been introduced in the House and is currently awaiting further action in the legislative process. If passed, the reauthorized program would take effect immediately and continue through 2030.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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