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HB 6778
Overview: HB 6778, AN ACT CONCERNING TELECOMMUNICATIONS, PUBLIC HEARING 0204, introduced on January 29, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address various aspects of the tel
Overview: HB 6778, AN ACT CONCERNING TELECOMMUNICATIONS, PUBLIC HEARING 0204, introduced on January 29, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address various aspects of the telecommunications industry, including the regulation of internet service providers and the state's role in promoting access to high-speed internet services.
Key Provisions:
- Grants the Office of Policy and Management oversight and regulatory authority over internet service providers
- Requires the office to develop a statewide plan to expand access to high-speed internet, particularly in underserved or rural areas
- Establishes guidelines for the provision of telecommunications services, including minimum service standards and consumer protections
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would impact internet service providers, as well as state and local governments responsible for telecommunications infrastructure and policy. Consumers, particularly those in underserved areas, may benefit from improved access to high-speed internet services.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been scheduled for a public hearing on February 4, 2025, where stakeholders will have the opportunity to provide input and testimony.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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