Bill > HB05949

This bill aims to reform cable television services by introducing two key consumer protections: first, it would allow cable television subscribers the ability to select and customize the programming channels included in their subscription, moving away from traditional bundled packages that require customers to purchase multiple channels they may not want. Second, the bill mandates increased billing transparency, requiring cable providers to clearly break down each component of a consumer's bill, which would help customers understand exactly what they are paying for and potentially identify areas where they could reduce costs. By empowering consumers to have more control over their cable packages and providing clearer billing information, the legislation seeks to improve customer satisfaction and potentially reduce overall cable television service expenses for subscribers. The bill would amend existing general statutes to implement these changes, giving consumers more choice and information in their cable television service selection and billing.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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