Massachusetts S2318 mandates broadband service for low-income consumers, setting price limits and minimum speeds.

Massachusetts S2318, titled "An Act preserving broadband service for low-income consumers," requires broadband providers to offer high-speed internet to eligible low-income households at a maximum cost of $15 per month. Eligible households include those participating in certain federal and state assistance programs or with incomes not exceeding 200% of the federal poverty level. The service must provide a minimum download speed of 100 megabits per second.

Massachusetts S2318 mandates broadband service for low-income consumers, setting price limits and minimum speeds.

Massachusetts S2318, titled "An Act preserving broadband service for low-income consumers," requires broadband providers to offer high-speed internet to eligible low-income households at a maximum cost of $15 per month. Eligible households include those participating in certain federal and state assistance programs or with incomes not exceeding 200% of the federal poverty level. The service must provide a minimum download speed of 100 megabits per second.