Makes it easier to build broadband internet lines near train tracks and on railroad property.
This bill would create new federal rules to make it faster and simpler for internet companies to install broadband equipment near train tracks and on railroad property. It would set clear steps for working with railroad companies and establish a way to resolve disagreements, aiming to help bring faster internet to more places.
Today, there isn't a clear federal process for installing internet lines near railroads, which can cause delays and disputes. This bill would set up specific federal steps for internet companies. They would notify or apply to railroad companies, which would then have timelines for responses. The bill would also define when work can be denied and establish a way to resolve disagreements through the Federal Communications Commission. The FCC would also create new rules within one year to guide these processes.
HR 6046 · 119th Congress · November 17, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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