S.744

Removes requirement that local units may only provide broadband telecommunication service via wireless community network.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S744 removes the requirement that local units provide broadband telecommunications service only via wireless community networks.

New Jersey S744 amends existing law to remove the requirement that local units, such as counties and municipalities, provide broadband telecommunications service only through wireless community networks. The bill allows local units to offer broadband services in any manner they deem necessary, provided they comply with state and federal laws. It also removes restrictions on state agencies assisting in financing broadband infrastructure used for commercial broadband services.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Economic Growth Committee: Reported Favorably

5 Yea

DRRDD

0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 4, 2024

10:30 AM

Senate Economic Growth Hearing

History

Mar 4, 2024

Senate

Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee