Establishes a state universal communications services program to support telecommunications infrastructure and services.
The bill establishes a state universal communications services program to support telecommunications infrastructure and services. The program aims to preserve affordable universal telecommunications service, maintain and advance the efficiency and availability of telecommunications service, and ensure that all areas of the state meet the state's broadband goals. The program is funded from amounts deposited by the legislature in the universal communications services account. The program terminates on June 30, 2027, and no distributions may be made after that date.
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