Bill · S. 3633· Senate(119-S-3633)
Middle Mile for Rural America Act
- Introduced
- 1/14/2026
- Last activity
- 1/14/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
- Sponsored by
- Cindy Hyde-Smith
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Middle Mile for Rural America Act," seeks to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936. The primary purpose is to reauthorize the expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas. It achieves this by updating specific timeframes within the existing law. Specifically, it changes the dates in Section 602(g) of the Rural Electrification Act of 1936.
Yes· 3 of 9
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+6
The bill's primary impact is to provide improved infrastructure and connectivity for people living in rural areas.
Does this get reliable internet to more people?+6
The bill reauthorizes the expansion of middle mile infrastructure to increase reliable internet access in rural areas.
Does this invest in rural communities?+5
The bill specifically expands middle mile infrastructure to enhance the digital and economic connectivity of rural communities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Infrastructure Expansion: The bill reauthorizes the expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas, which could benefit people living in those locations (Section 2).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Rural Residents+6Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Native Americans+3Good For Young Adults+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+3Increases Job Creation+3
- Education And Technology
- Improves Internet Access+6
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Rural Development+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- 1/14/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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Elissa SlotkinDemocrat · Michigan