BRIDGE Act

The Broadband Reform and Investment to Drive Growth in the Economy (BRIDGE) Act aims to expand high-speed internet access across the United States by providing federal grants to states, territories, and tribal governments. These funds are intended to build out broadband infrastructure in unserved areas, lower service costs for consumers, and provide digital literacy tools for communities with high poverty rates.

For citizens, the bill would prioritize bringing reliable internet to rural and high-cost regions while removing legal barriers that currently prevent local governments or municipalities from building their own public broadband networks. Additionally, the bill requires federal agencies to evaluate and improve their strategies for ensuring all Americans have the technology needed to participate in the modern economy.