AZ HB2357

Repeals and replaces Arizona Revised Statutes section 40-212 to establish commission oversight of broadband service and voice over internet protocol (VoIP) service in Arizona.

Requires the commission to adopt rules ensuring resiliency and reliability of broadband infrastructure, including requiring internet service providers to submit outage reports and network reliability data.

Mandates commission oversight of internet service providers' emergency preparedness, network restoration plans, and minimum power backup requirements to ensure safe and reliable communications services.

Requires internet service providers to report data on broadband and VoIP deployment, availability, pricing, and adoption rates.

Requires the commission to conduct annual evaluations and audits of broadband and VoIP facilities and infrastructure, and to report annually to the legislature on progress toward achieving resiliency, quality, public safety, universal access, and affordability goals.