Hi,
The Affordable Connectivity Act was passed in 2021 to ensure all Americans
had access to reliable broadband internet. It made a huge difference for
countless families, especially in Native, Black, and Latino communities.^1
But funding to ensure people have access to the internet is expiring.
That’s why we need Congress to renew funding for the Affordable
Connectivity program. But House Speaker Mike Johnson refuses to bring this
funding up for a vote.
[ [link removed] ]Sign the petition: Urge Congress to vote to renew the funding for the
Affordable Connectivity program!
ADD YOUR NAME
At this point, the internet isn’t just an accessory – it’s a critical
component of how we live our lives. It impacts employment, jobs, our
health, and our ability to communicate with our loved ones and community.
Yet despite bipartisan support, Speaker Johnson refuses to let Congress
vote on renewing the Affordable Connectivity program’s funding.^2 Letting
the program expire would negatively impact nearly 30% of his own
constituents.
Congress can’t allow the Affordable Connectivity program to expire. It
would have a devastating impact on countless families and actively
contribute to racial inequality.
[ [link removed] ]Add your name: Tell Speaker Johnson to quit blocking renewed funding
for the Affordable Connectivity program.
Thanks for taking action,
Joey and the team at Demand Progress
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Sources:
1. CNBC, “Digital racial gap could ‘render the country’s minorities into
an unemployment abyss,’ says Deutsche Bank,” [ [link removed] ]September 2, 2020.
2. Benton Institute, “Speaker Mike Johnson: Where He Stands on
Broadband,” [ [link removed] ]October 31, 2023.
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