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History
- Referred to energy and telecommunications
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Title of bill
An act to require the public service commission to undertake a study on various approaches to increasing broadband access within this state; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof
Purpose
Relates to conducting a study on various approaches to increasing broadband access within this state
Summary of provisions
Requires the public service commission, within 30 days of the effective date, to undertake a study on various ways in which New York can increase broadband access, including a study of current broadband access, policies adopted by other states to increase access, and the feasibility of such policies in New York. The final report shall be issues no more than 180 days after the effective date and this act shall be deemed expired and shall be repealed one year after the effective date.
Existing law
New
Justification
Access to high speed internet is a critical issue in the 21st century. Accessing high speed internet gives individuals a leg up in educational and employment opportunities around the world. In general, the United States has lagged behind other industrial nations in the development of higher broadband speed, yet New Yorkers pay an average of $55 per month for broadband compared to $24 a month in London or $28 a month in Seoul.
Other states, such as Connecticut and Massachusetts, have focused closely on ways in which the state can leverage its resources to expand broadband access and increase broadband speeds, including the use of public-private partnerships in laying cable and reducing regulatory burdens. This legislation will require the Public Service Commission to issue a report on various state reforms across the country and shall lead to tangible recommendations for action New York can take to increase access and general broadband speeds throughout the state.
Legislative history
New
Fiscal implications
Some minor administrative costs to the Public Service Commission.
Effective date
Immediately and shall be deemed expired one year after the effective date.
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