S. 98 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Rural Broadband Protection Act of 2025
S. 98 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) became law — introduced on Jan 15, 2025, sponsored by Shelley Moore Capito with 4 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 15, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Public law
- Public Law 119-89
What it does
Rural Broadband Protection Act of 2025 This act requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to vet the qualifications of applicants for certain funding programs that support affordable broadband deployment in high-cost areas (e.g., rural communities).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 15, 2025
- Passed the SenateJun 26, 2025
- Passed the HouseApr 20, 2026
- Sent to the PresidentApr 30, 2026
- Became lawMay 11, 2026
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 119-89. (May 11, 2026)
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Committees
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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