SB2782

Mississippi SB2782 amends broadband funding provisions, including publication of preliminary determinations on BEAM's website.

Mississippi SB2782 amends Section 77-19-15 of the Mississippi Code to change how the Office of Broadband Expansion and Accessibility (BEAM) determines and awards broadband funding. The bill stipulates that after scoring applications, BEAM must publish preliminary determinations on its website, including details about the proposed broadband service area and speeds. BEAM will then make final determinations and awards, considering any comments or objections received. The bill also encourages contractors to use Mississippi employment for deploying broadband infrastructure.