H3478

To streamline broadband permitting and ensure equitable access to infrastructure

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Streamlines broadband deployment in Massachusetts by expediting permitting, ensuring equitable access to infrastructure, and promoting open access.

The bill aims to accelerate broadband deployment in Massachusetts by expediting permitting processes, ensuring fair access to infrastructure, and prioritizing open access networks. It mandates streamlined permitting for broadband infrastructure, with state and municipal authorities required to process applications within 45 days for standard projects and 30 days for underserved or historic districts.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 6, 2025

11:00 AM

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Hearing

History

Mar 25

House

Accompanied a new draft, see H5290

Dec 4, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Aug 4, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025