Bill · S. 5015· Senate(119-S-5015)
Broadband MAP Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 7/16/2026
- Last activity
- 7/16/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- Sponsored by
- John Thune
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Broadband Mapping Accurate Providers Act of 2026 or the Broadband MAP Act of 2026. It requires the Federal Communications Commission to review and evaluate the processes used for updating maps that show broadband internet access service availability in the United States. Within 120 days of the enactment of the Act, the Commission must start a rulemaking for this review and evaluation. During this rulemaking, the Commission must consider specific factors related to map updates, funding decisions, and the challenge process.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this get reliable internet to more people?+5
The bill requires the FCC to review and evaluate processes for updating broadband maps to ensure accurate internet availability data.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+4
Rural residents benefit significantly from improved broadband mapping that determines federal funding deployment for unserved areas.
Does this invest in rural communities?+4
The bill improves broadband mapping accuracy, which is essential for directing rural infrastructure funds properly.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2(b) requires the Federal Communications Commission to review and evaluate the processes for updating broadband maps, including the challenge process, not later than 120 days after the Act's enactment. This is positive because it forces officials to look at how these maps are updated and gives them a chance to fix problems.
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Section 2(c)(2) requires the Commission to consider the impact of proposed changes on the use of broadband maps when making funding decisions. This is positive because it helps ensure that future funding decisions are tied to accurate mapping information.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not explicitly identify any specific sections or provisions that create negative consequences, burdens, or harms for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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+4Good For Farmers+3Good For Students+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves Internet Access+5
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Rural Development+4
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3
- 7/16/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Deb FischerRepublican · Nebraska
John FettermanDemocrat · Pennsylvania