Relating to establishing the Low Earth Orbit Broadband Internet Connection Fund.
To House Finance
Summary
The bill sets up a Low Earth Orbit Broadband Internet Connection Fund, managed by the Department of Commerce, to finance the installation of LEO satellite equipment at locations already chosen for broadband grants. It targets West Virginia residents in those eligible areas, giving them a temporary internet option while the broader fiber‑and‑wireless rollout continues. The measure is intended to speed up access without waiting for the full statewide deployment.
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