Bill · H.R. 4032· House(119-HR-4032)

Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025

Age: 57 years

Iowa

Introduced: 6/17/2025
Last activity: 6/17/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Randy Feenstra
Cosponsors: - 16 - 10

Science, Technology, Communications

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025 directs the FCC to reform the Universal Service Fund. It requires the Commission to create a rulemaking to expand the contribution base to include broadband and edge providers. This expansion aims to ensure these providers contribute equitably to mechanisms that advance universal service. Additionally, the bill directs the adoption of a new mechanism under the high-cost program to support specific expenses for eligible telecommunications carriers. The overall goal is to promote affordable and available broadband while reducing the financial burden on consumers.

Yes· 3 of 10

Does this get reliable internet to more people?+7
The act aims to promote affordable and available broadband access through fund reform.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+6
The bill provides support for carriers providing services in high-cost/rural areas.
Does this put more rules on large technology companies?+6
The bill requires edge providers, including social media and search engines, to contribute to the Universal Service Fund.