Communications Equity and Diversity Council Act

This bill would create an advisory council inside the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) called the Communications Equity and Diversity Council. The council would make recommendations to the FCC on access to communication services without discrimination, deployment of affordable service, and entry of small businesses into the communications industry. It would have 30 to 35 members appointed by the FCC Chair for 2-year terms, including representatives of historically underserved individuals, consumers, civil rights groups, and industry. The council would meet at least 3 times a year in public meetings, and the bill authorizes $450,000 for fiscal year 2027.

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Sponsors

• Robert Menendez Democrat sponsor
• 3 cosponsors