Authorizes two or more contiguous municipalities to create a broadband union district for broadband infrastructure and services.
This bill allows two or more contiguous municipalities to form a broadband union district. Such districts can create, administer, and maintain broadband infrastructure and services. The bill outlines governance, funding, powers, and limitations for these districts. Districts can enter contracts, establish budgets, and provide broadband services. They cannot levy taxes or require financial contributions from member municipalities. The state can provide technical and financial assistance to these districts.
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