Annie Kuster: “I introduced bipartisan legislation in Congress, H.R. 1005, which would ensure that 70% or more service connected…”

I am opposed to amendment No. 40. I am speaking in opposition to all of the amendments that have been added. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman is recognized.

As you know, NTIA is tasked with administering historic broadband programs to deliver high-speed, reliable, and affordable broadband internet services to everyone across the country.

Addressing affordability is a crucial step toward closing the digital divide for rural households.

I am deeply concerned that work requirements--I know someone mentioned it before--in Medicaid will undo our progress.