Broadband Deployment and Economic Impact Study Act of 2026

Summary

The bill orders the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to examine every major method of delivering broadband—including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless, 4G/5G mobile, and both low‑earth‑orbit and geostationary satellites—and evaluate factors such as deployment costs, workforce needs, speed, latency, lifespan, and consumer pricing. A report summarizing the findings must be sent to Congress no later than one year after the law takes effect. The study is meant to help policymakers understand the strengths and weaknesses of each technology across different parts of the country.

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