Communications and Technology Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee
Introduced
In Committee
On Floor
Passed Chamber
Enacted
Map Improvement Act of 2019 This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish a standardized methodology for collecting and mapping accurate fixed and mobile broadband internet service coverage data. The FCC must form an Office of Broadband Data Collection and Mapping to serve as the central point for data collection, aggregation, and validation. In addition, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration must establish a technical assistance program for providing grants to assist with mapping and development and to assess both broadband adoption rates and advertised pricing.
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresComputers and information technologyExecutive agency funding and structureFederal Communications Commission (FCC)Geography and mappingInternet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaRegional and metropolitan planningTelephone and wireless communication
Map Improvement Act of 2019
USA116th CongressHR-4128| House
| Updated: 7/31/2019
Map Improvement Act of 2019 This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish a standardized methodology for collecting and mapping accurate fixed and mobile broadband internet service coverage data. The FCC must form an Office of Broadband Data Collection and Mapping to serve as the central point for data collection, aggregation, and validation. In addition, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration must establish a technical assistance program for providing grants to assist with mapping and development and to assess both broadband adoption rates and advertised pricing.
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresComputers and information technologyExecutive agency funding and structureFederal Communications Commission (FCC)Geography and mappingInternet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaRegional and metropolitan planningTelephone and wireless communication