Congressional Hearing on Rural Broadband Access
January 1, 2019
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The Frame
This hearing serves as a formal record of testimony used by Congress to evaluate the need for federal investment and policy changes regarding broadband infrastructure in rural areas.
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Rural residents
The availability and quality of broadband services directly impact their access to digital services, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
Agricultural producers
Broadband connectivity is increasingly required for modern farming operations and market participation.
Tribal communities
Tribal lands often face unique challenges regarding infrastructure deployment and connectivity.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2019.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on July 11, 2019, in Room 1300 of the Longworth House Office Building.
- The hearing was conducted by the Subcommittee on Commodity Exchanges, Energy, and Credit, part of the House Committee on Agriculture.
- The primary subject was the role of affordable, reliable, and high-speed broadband in rural economic development.
- Witnesses included representatives from economic development organizations, the medical field, tribal government, and the agricultural sector.
- The Western Governors' Association submitted a letter for the record regarding broadband issues.
- The hearing is documented as Serial No. 116-15.
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Why It Matters
This hearing serves as a formal record of testimony used by Congress to evaluate the need for federal investment and policy changes regarding broadband infrastructure in rural areas.
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Broadband as an Agricultural Issue
The inclusion of broadband infrastructure under the House Committee on Agriculture highlights the shift toward viewing internet access as a critical utility for modern farming and rural survival.
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