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welch of vermont. the reconnecting america act provides a minimum speed of 100 over 100 high-speed internet build-out speeds, prioritizing broadband infrastructure in the most rural communities. every person i speak to voices the need for symmetrical speed in their community and fiber from providers. by bols terg this, we are able to stay up to speed with what's happening in the rest of the world. through these federal efforts, combined with the administration of funds at the state level, i believe we're getting closer than ever to making a real impact in rural broadband connectivity. still, we must stay dead cated to the task at hand, and ensure that this infrastructure is built to last. thank you. i yield back. i note the absence of a quorum. the presiding officer: the clerk will call the roll. quorum call: >> is an update what is happening in congress today. they are considering several bills including a measure requiring a federal role on the impact of $100 million or more to get congressional approval. they expect a complete work on a bill that blocks the energy department from interim wanting efficien