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Voters should care about this bill because it directly impacts the speed and accessibility of wireless broadband, including 5G services, across the United States. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to faster deployment of modern wireless infrastructure, potentially bridging the 'digital divide' by bringing high-speed internet to more communities sooner and improving service for existing users.
However, it also means that projects for adding or changing wireless equipment on existing sites would bypass federal reviews designed to protect the environment and historical places. If it doesn't pass, these projects would continue to undergo those federal reviews, potentially slowing down deployment but ensuring a more thorough vetting of potential impacts on surrounding natural and historical resources.
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Voters should care about this bill because it directly impacts the speed and accessibility of wireless broadband, including 5G services, across the United States. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to faster deployment of modern wireless infrastructure, potentially bridging the 'digital divide' by bringing high-speed internet to more communities sooner and improving service for existing users.
However, it also means that projects for adding or changing wireless equipment on existing sites would bypass federal reviews designed to protect the environment and historical places. If it doesn't pass, these projects would continue to undergo those federal reviews, potentially slowing down deployment but ensuring a more thorough vetting of potential impacts on surrounding natural and historical resources.