Maryland Broadband Opportunity and Fairness Act mandates broadband providers to offer low-income consumer programs.

The Maryland Broadband Opportunity and Fairness Act requires broadband providers to establish programs for low-income consumers, offering at least one low-cost broadband service option. These options must meet specific speed and data storage requirements. The Office of Statewide Broadband is tasked with developing definitions and standards for broadband Internet, assessing consumer speeds, and reporting on the state's progress in closing connectivity gaps. The act also establishes a Broadband Affordability Advisory Board to define low-cost broadband service options.

Maryland Broadband Opportunity and Fairness Act mandates broadband providers to offer low-income consumer programs.

The Maryland Broadband Opportunity and Fairness Act requires broadband providers to establish programs for low-income consumers, offering at least one low-cost broadband service option. These options must meet specific speed and data storage requirements. The Office of Statewide Broadband is tasked with developing definitions and standards for broadband Internet, assessing consumer speeds, and reporting on the state's progress in closing connectivity gaps. The act also establishes a Broadband Affordability Advisory Board to define low-cost broadband service options.