Bill > H3831

This bill aims to establish a Commonwealth internet service provider, known as Commonwealth ISP, to provide broadband internet access to communities in Massachusetts that are underserved or do not have access to broadband. The bill outlines several key provisions, including prioritizing municipalities that lack or have underserved broadband access, requiring municipalities to contribute at least 50% of the estimated costs to build community-owned broadband networks, and establishing strict privacy and anti-censorship rules for the Commonwealth ISP and any municipal broadband services. Additionally, the bill prohibits the sharing of user data with third parties without user consent, requires prompt notification of data breaches, and mandates a clear oversight and review process to ensure compliance with the rules.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3831