Minnesota HF2875 extends the crime of damage or theft to telecommunications equipment to include broadband and cable services.

Minnesota HF2875 amends the state's criminal code to extend the crime of damage or theft to telecommunications equipment to include broadband and cable services. This bill updates the definition of telecommunications equipment to encompass machinery, equipment, and fixtures used in the transportation of telecommunications services, broadband services, and cable services. The bill aims to protect critical infrastructure by criminalizing intentional damage or theft of these essential components, ensuring public safety and service continuity.

Minnesota HF2875 extends the crime of damage or theft to telecommunications equipment to include broadband and cable services.

Minnesota HF2875 amends the state's criminal code to extend the crime of damage or theft to telecommunications equipment to include broadband and cable services. This bill updates the definition of telecommunications equipment to encompass machinery, equipment, and fixtures used in the transportation of telecommunications services, broadband services, and cable services. The bill aims to protect critical infrastructure by criminalizing intentional damage or theft of these essential components, ensuring public safety and service continuity.