A1033

Requires certain CATV companies to provide Internet service at public libraries with business customer class Internet access bandwidth and circuit capacity proportional to public libraries' needs.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A1033 requires CATV companies with system-wide franchises to offer free Internet service at public libraries with bandwidth proportional.

New Jersey A1033 amends existing law to mandate that cable television companies holding a system-wide franchise must provide free Internet service at public libraries within their franchise area. The Internet service must have a business customer class Internet access bandwidth and circuit capacity that matches the specific needs of each public library. This provision applies to applications for a system-wide franchise and is in addition to any existing board orders and rules. The bill aims to ensure that public libraries have adequate Internet access to support their operations and services.

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Where it stands

Current
Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee