Bills/H.R. 4032

Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025

Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025

In CommitteeTechnologyHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · House
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Plain Language Summary

# Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025 aims to reduce internet service costs for American consumers. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill addresses issues related to internet access, cable, wireless communication, and user fees. It appears designed to make broadband more affordable across different regions and types of internet service. **Who It Affects:** This bill would impact internet consumers nationwide, with particular attention to rural areas where broadband access and affordability are often challenges.

It could also affect internet service providers, cable companies, and wireless carriers, depending on the specific cost-reduction measures included. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 4032) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Randy Feenstra (R-Iowa) and is currently in committee review. This means it has not yet advanced to a floor vote and remains in the early stages of the legislative process. --- *Note: For detailed provisions, you would need to review the full bill text, which would specify the exact mechanisms for lowering costs.*.

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Latest Action

June 17, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Subjects

Broadcasting, cable, digital technologiesInternet, web applications, social mediaRural conditions and developmentTelephone and wireless communicationUser charges and fees

Sponsor

22 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
June 17, 2025
Last Updated
June 17, 2025
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