Federal · 119th Congress
CLOSE THE GAP Act
Policy areaScience, Technology, Communications
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A bill to modernize and streamline the permitting process for broadband infrastructure on Federal land, and for other purposes.Official Title as Introduced
CLOSE THE GAP ActShort Title(s) as Introduced
Closing Long Overdue Streamlining Encumbrances To Help Expeditiously Generate Approved Permits ActShort Title(s) as Introduced
Legislative history2
Jul 15, 2026
Senate · CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.
May 19, 2026
SenateRead twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S2375-2377)