Bridging the Broadband Gap Act of 2025

This bill would let recipients of federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funds give vouchers to households in local areas they decide do not have adequate internet service. Priority must go to households in local areas with below‑median incomes. Only homes in “unserved” or “underserved” locations can receive vouchers.

The vouchers help pay for satellite or fixed wireless internet. They can cover half the cost to buy or rent the needed home equipment and up to $30 per month for service. Monthly help is limited to one 12‑month period.

• Who is affected: Households in unserved or underserved locations; those in lower‑income local areas get priority.
• What changes: BEAD funds could be used for vouchers that cover part of equipment costs and up to $30/month for service for satellite or fixed wireless.
• When: Monthly support can last for a single 12‑month period.