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Senators probe plan to use state facilities, libraries for remote testimony; questions about staffing and prioritization
Summary
Senate Bill 870 would have the Comptroller identify state buildings that can provide equitable telecommunications access for residents to participate remotely in legislative hearings.
Senate Bill 870 would direct the Comptroller to identify state office buildings that can provide equitable telecommunications access so residents, including people with disabilities, can participate remotely in legislative hearings. The committee heard written support from several organizations and in‑person comments from Keith Regan, Comptroller for the Department of Accounting and General Services.
Regan told the committee DAGS stands on its written testimony and offered that many libraries already provide…
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