US SB2585

FCC must coordinate with NTIA to collect and maintain Broadband Funding Map data from federal agencies to prevent redundant overbuilding of broadband infrastructure with federal funding

FCC required to initiate a notice of inquiry within 270 days of enactment to evaluate the Broadband Funding Map's functionality, data quality, and transparency, with completion required within 120 days of initiation

GAO must conduct a study within 180 days on federal agencies' roles, responsibilities, and compliance in submitting data to the Broadband Funding Map, and report findings to Congress

Study must assess coordination among FCC, NTIA, and other agencies providing broadband funding, including USDA, HHS, Treasury, HUD, and Institute of Museum and Library Sciences

Bill aims to improve taxpayer savings through enhanced use of the Broadband Funding Map across relevant federal agencies