Accelerating Broadband Permits Act of 2026 streamlines federal infr…

Where This Stands

Introduced

Committee

Floor Vote

Passed

Signed

Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.Jul 22, 2026

Lead sponsor

Mazie Hirono

Version history

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The Frame

What this does

This bill directly impacts the speed at which broadband providers can deploy infrastructure in rural or federal areas, potentially accelerating internet service availability for residents in those regions.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

telecommunications providers

These companies face changes to the regulatory timelines and requirements for obtaining permits to build broadband infrastructure on federal property.

federal land management agencies

These agencies must adhere to new, accelerated review timelines for broadband permit applications.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

The Accelerating Broadband Permits Act of 2026 mandates faster federal review timelines for broadband infrastructure projects on federal lands. This measure aims to reduce administrative delays for telecommunications providers seeking to expand high-speed internet access.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This bill directly impacts the speed at which broadband providers can deploy infrastructure in rural or federal areas, potentially accelerating internet service availability for residents in those regions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this bill do?

It seeks to accelerate the permitting process for broadband infrastructure projects, particularly those involving federal lands.

What is the current status of the bill?

As of April 30, 2026, it has been favorably by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation with an amendment.

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