HR. 2474In Committee
To require the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the capability of the Appalachian Regional Commission to include satellites in broadband projects, and for other purposes
Requires a GAO study on the Appalachian Regional Commission’s ability to use low-orbit satellites in broadband projects for business and economic development
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Requires a GAO study on the Appalachian Regional Commission’s ability to use low-orbit satellites in broadband projects for business and economic development
Key points
- Require GAO study
- Require report to Congress
- Review satellite broadband capacity
- Assess cost effectiveness
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2026-03-25 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedCongressional oversightGovernment studies and investigationsInternet, web applications, social mediaRural conditions and developmentScience, Technology, CommunicationsSpacecraft and satellites