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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to directory assistance charges for handicapped or elderly persons. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 19A of Chapter 159 of the General Laws to allow customers who are certified as handicapped or elderly to make an unlimited number of directory assistance calls without charge, subject to reasonable terms and conditions set by the Department of Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. The bill also prohibits telephone companies from charging for directory assistance service on coin-operated telephones. It clarifies that directory assistance service refers to providing customers with telephone numbers for other customers within Massachusetts, and that telephone companies are not required to file schedules with the Department for directory assistance services covering other states.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4778 (on 07/02/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3198 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3198.pdf |
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