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H.R. 6929 · 118th Congress · 2023–2024

Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act of 2024

H.R. 6929 in the 118th Congress (2023–2024) was introduced on Jan 10, 2024, sponsored by Yvette D. Clarke with 232 co-sponsors.

During the 118th Congress (2023–2024), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Jan 10, 2024
Co-sponsors
232
Policy area
Science, Technology, Communications

What it does

Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act of 2024 This bill extends and provides FY2024 funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program, which provides a monthly benefit that allows eligible low-income households to receive discounted internet service. The program also provides a one-time discount that may be used to purchase a connected device, such as a computer.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY). Co-sponsors: 207 Democrats, 25 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 10, 2024
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations. (Jan 10, 2024)

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 6929 (118th Congress): Affordable Connectivity Program…,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/118-hr-6929/affordable-connectivity-program-extension-act-of-2024 (accessed 2026-10-17).

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