An Act to streamline broadband permitting and ensure equitable access to infrastructure

Summary

The legislation creates new state rules that require faster permitting, non‑discriminatory use of existing poles and conduits, and gives priority to open‑access broadband networks. It affects broadband providers, owners of infrastructure such as municipalities and utilities, and state and local permitting agencies, with the goal of expanding high‑speed internet, especially in underserved areas.

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