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MA H2910

Further regulating cable television systems


summary

Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to payments for cable services. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

AI Summary

This bill aims to further regulate cable television systems in Massachusetts. It prohibits cable providers from requiring advance payment from subscribers, but allows subscribers to voluntarily offer and providers to accept such payments. It also requires cable providers to itemize all rates and charges, set a 15-day due date for bills, and define delinquency as non-payment 30 days after the due date. Additionally, the bill restricts late fees, requiring written notice and an 8-business day grace period before late fees can be assessed, and prohibits late fees on disputed amounts. Finally, the bill mandates that cable providers provide subscribers with a written statement of account for each billing period and a final bill at the time of disconnection.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (13)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4405 (on 02/10/2020)

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