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MA H4178
MA H4178Relative to assuring a jumpstart in investments in telecoms to preserve access to the internet
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Introduced
09/30/2021
09/30/2021
In Committee
09/30/2021
09/30/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a municipal broadband development fund. Revenue.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a Municipal Broadband Development Fund to provide funding for municipal agencies to expand, create, advertise, or maintain publicly-administered broadband internet service providers (BISPs) that adhere to net neutrality standards. The bill defines key terms such as "net neutrality," "open access," and "paid prioritization," and requires state agencies, municipalities, and other government entities to only contract with BISPs that are certified as compliant with net neutrality. Additionally, the bill imposes a surtax of at least 50% on any surcharges imposed by non-compliant BISPs, with the revenue deposited into the Municipal Broadband Development Fund. The purpose of this bill is to preserve access to the internet by assuring investments in telecommunications infrastructure that uphold principles of net neutrality.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5250 (on 10/03/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4178 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4178.pdf |
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