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NJ A2563
NJ A2563Requires CATV companies to provide free broadband Internet service and associated equipment to public libraries and, under certain circumstances, other municipal buildings.*
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Introduced
02/01/2018
02/01/2018
In Committee
06/11/2018
06/11/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Introduced Session
2018-2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires cable television (CATV) companies that are applying for or renewing municipal franchises to provide free Internet service to at least one public library in the municipality served by the CATV company. The free Internet service requirement is to take effect as part of any new or renewed municipal franchise agreement that is issued or approved by the Board of Public Utilities after the effective date of this bill.
AI Summary
This bill requires cable television (CATV) companies that are applying for or renewing municipal franchises to provide free high-speed internet service, including any necessary equipment, to at least one public library in the municipality. This free internet service requirement applies to any new or renewed municipal franchise agreement issued or approved by the Board of Public Utilities after the effective date of this bill. The free internet service provided to public libraries must have sufficient bandwidth and capacity to meet the libraries' needs.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Assembly Floor Amendment Passed (Johnson) (on 06/25/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A3000/2563_R1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A3000/2563_R1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A3000/2563_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A3000/2563_I1.PDF |
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