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S 3084119th CongressIn Committee
ReConnecting Rural America Act of 2025
Introduced: Oct 30, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS] (R-Kansas)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The ReConnecting Rural America Act of 2025 amends the Rural Electrification Act to establish the ReConnect program for broadband infrastructure in rural areas.
Key Points
- 1Provides $650 million annually for 2026-2030 for rural broadband grants and loans
- 2Requires minimum 100/100 Mbps download/upload speeds
- 3Prioritizes areas where 90%+ of households lack adequate broadband
- 4Includes equity requirements and technical assistance funding
- 5Adds $350 million annually for additional rural broadband program loans
- 6Terminates authority after September 30, 2030
Impact Areas
Rural communities and residentsBroadband service providersUSDA Rural Utilities ServiceTribal organizationsLow-income and socially vulnerable communities
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