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HR 7943·Federal·house

Communications Equity and Diversity Council Act

In CommitteeFiled Mar 16, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-8] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Mar 16, 2026

Summary

The bill sets up the Communications Equity and Diversity Council inside the Federal Communications Commission. The council will have 30‑35 members drawn from historically underserved groups, consumers, civil‑rights organizations and industry stakeholders, and will advise the FCC on how to improve access, affordability and a diversity of voices in communication services. Its goal is to reduce discrimination and help small businesses and rural communities benefit from modern communications.

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