Minnesota HF974 establishes the Equal Access to Broadband Act, modifying provisions governing broadband services and infrastructure.

Minnesota HF974 amends state statutes to establish the Equal Access to Broadband Act. The bill modifies provisions governing broadband services and infrastructure, including definitions for broadband and broadband infrastructure. It allows local government units to manage public rights-of-way, impose fees on telecommunications right-of-way users, and regulate the placement of small wireless facilities. The bill also sets guidelines for fees and permits related to the use of public rights-of-way for telecommunications services.

Minnesota HF974 establishes the Equal Access to Broadband Act, modifying provisions governing broadband services and infrastructure.

Minnesota HF974 amends state statutes to establish the Equal Access to Broadband Act. The bill modifies provisions governing broadband services and infrastructure, including definitions for broadband and broadband infrastructure. It allows local government units to manage public rights-of-way, impose fees on telecommunications right-of-way users, and regulate the placement of small wireless facilities. The bill also sets guidelines for fees and permits related to the use of public rights-of-way for telecommunications services.