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Governor Signs Legislation Adopting State Broadband Goals
(Published Apr 28, 2010)The new law includes reporting requirements, but does not provide for an advisory council to carry out those requirements.
Bill Seeks to Clarify Cable Franchise Granting Requirements
(Published Mar 17, 2010)The bill would give cities discretion to grant a competitive cable franchise to local phone companies.
Senate Committee to Hear Bills on Telecom Referendum and Cable Franchising Changes
(Published Feb 17, 2010)Proposed legislation would make changes to referendum requirements for local exchange phone service, and clarify the terms of competitive cable franchise agreements.
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