Arizona SB1499 mandates the Department of Administration to contract with providers for telecommunications services in rural areas.

Arizona SB1499 amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to require the Department of Administration to negotiate and enter into a contract with a telecommunications service provider for services in rural or underserved areas. The bill defines "Telecommunications service provider" as an entity offering voice, data, or video transmission for a fee, including traditional telephone companies, broadband providers, and cell phone carriers. This provision aims to ensure better connectivity in rural areas.

Arizona SB1499 mandates the Department of Administration to contract with providers for telecommunications services in rural areas.

Arizona SB1499 amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to require the Department of Administration to negotiate and enter into a contract with a telecommunications service provider for services in rural or underserved areas. The bill defines "Telecommunications service provider" as an entity offering voice, data, or video transmission for a fee, including traditional telephone companies, broadband providers, and cell phone carriers. This provision aims to ensure better connectivity in rural areas.