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        <text><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act</strong></p> <p>This bill extends through December 31, 2024, the waiver of certain budgetary restrictions on the Universal Service Fund to continue allowing the fund to incur obligations or make expenditures in advance of appropriations. The fund, which is financed by mandatory contributions from telecommunications service providers, supports programs to increase the availability and affordability of telecommunications services.</p>]]></text>
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