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total of 30 House and Senate Democrats unveiled a $94 billion proposal
Thursday to make broadband more accessible and affordable nationwide,
aiming to remedy some of the digital inequalities that have kept
millions of Americans offline during the coronavirus pandemic.
The new effort, chiefly written by House Majority Whip Rep. James
Clyburn (D-SC) and Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), marks one of the most
expensive and ambitious broadband packages proposed in recent years,
according to The Washington Post. It aims to commit
record-breaking sums to bring internet service to unserved areas,
improve speeds and help low-income families. Continue Reading
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