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HB 2964

Relating to the provision of broadband service in certain rural counties.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Brooks Landgraf

Texas HB 2964 seeks to expand broadband service access in rural counties, currently in subcommittee review with details on implementation approach still under development.

Left pending in subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 2964

Legislative bill overview

HB 2964 addresses broadband service provision specifically in rural counties of Texas, introduced by Representative Brooks Landgraf. The bill remains in early legislative stages, having been considered in subcommittee hearings and markup sessions as of May 2025, with a committee substitute under discussion.

Why is this important

Rural broadband access is a critical infrastructure gap affecting economic development, education, healthcare access, and agricultural productivity in underserved Texas communities. This bill represents an attempt to address the "digital divide" between urban and rural areas, though the specific mechanisms and funding remain unclear from the current legislative record.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism: Whether the bill uses state funds, private sector incentives, or public-private partnerships, and who bears the financial burden
  • Service standards definition: What constitutes adequate broadband (speed, reliability, coverage areas) and enforcement mechanisms
  • Provider selection and competition: How the bill determines which providers serve which areas and whether it promotes competitive markets or grants monopoly privileges

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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