CLOSE THE GAP Act Legislation by Sen. Barrasso Analyzed
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Copyright © Targeted News Service, 2026
Copyright © Targeted News Service, 2026
2026-05-31
Bailey Malota
WASHINGTON, May 31 -- The CLOSE THE GAP Act, originally introduced by Sen. John Barrasso, R-WY, on May 19, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to modernize and streamline the permitting process for broadband infrastructure on federal land, addressing the growing demand for improved communication services across the country.
This legislative effort arises in response to the slow and often cumbersome processes that hinder the establishment of b . . .
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WASHINGTON, May 31 -- The CLOSE THE GAP Act, originally introduced by Sen. John Barrasso, R-WY, on May 19, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to modernize and streamline the permitting process for broadband infrastructure on federal land, addressing the growing demand for improved communication services across the country.
This legislative effort arises in response to the slow and often cumbersome processes that hinder the establishment of b . . .
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TARGETED NEWS SERVICE (founded 2004) features non-partisan 'edited journalism' news briefs and information for news organizations, public policy groups and other organizations. For more information contact MYRON STRUCK, editor, editor@targetednews.com, Springfield, Virginia; 703/304-1897; https://targetednews.com