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Senator urges higher minimum speeds in net equity broadband bill to align with FCC standard
Summary
Sen. Bob Duff testified in favor of a net equity bill requiring affordable home internet for low‑income households and suggested raising the minimum speed to the Federal Communications Commission standard of 100/20 Mbps.
Sen. Bob Duff testified Feb. 19, 2025, in support of legislation to establish a statewide “net equity” program that would require the Department of Consumer Protection to set up an affordability program and condition some state contracting on ISPs offering low‑cost home internet to eligible households.
The bill would require the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) to create a…
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