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CT SB00448

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/15/2012

Primary Sponsor

Energy and Technology Committee

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Origin

Senate

2012 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Cable television and video service companies must make available for purchase to customers any equipment necessary to utilize their services, provided such purchase is permitted under federal law (effective October 1, 2012).

  • Cable television and video service companies cannot refuse service to customers who use third-party equipment, as long as the equipment complies with Federal Communications Commission requirements and applicable federal law.

  • Telephone companies, cable television companies, and video service providers must display on their websites clear and concise information about each available service tier, including monthly cost and programming details (effective from passage).

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Cable Television Equipment And The Disclosure Of Rates For Certain Services Offered By Telephone And Cable Companies.

Last Action

File Number 432

4/16/2012

Committee Referrals

Energy and Technology3/15/2012

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