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A 7939 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program

Summary
Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program within the division of broadband access to support no-cost and/or discounted subscriptions for households receiving federal, state, or local housing assistance or residing in housing units designated for low-income and/or vulnerable populations.
Issues: ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates broadband grants for households in housing assistance programs, directly supporting affordable housing access and reducing digital divide for vulnerable populations.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates grants for low-income broadband access, directly expanding internet availability to vulnerable populations per digital equity goals.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
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Governor
Introduced Apr 16, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CORPORATIONS, AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSIONS
lower
Apr 16, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO CORPORATIONS, AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSIONS
lower
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Brian Cunningham
DDemocratic
NY
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