Democrats say increasing access to broadband internet is more important than ever as the coronavirus forces workers and students to stay home.
suggested Thursday that Democrats could narrow their scope for infrastructure goals during the next phase of the coronavirus response to broadband and water systems.
It also has provisions designed to increase competition and reduce costs, such as requiring providers who use federal funds to offer an affordable plan and guaranteeing local governments and public-private partnerships can provide broadband service. It also promotes the creation of mobile hotspots and sets aside money for Wi-Fi on school buses.
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