HI SB2108

Limits the retail services for which the Public Utilities Commission must approve higher rates than the approved tariff for basic exchange services by telecommunications carriers.

Addresses technological changes in the telecommunications industry that have expanded consumer options for phone service.

Aims to level the regulatory playing field in the retail telecommunications market and ensure fair competition among carriers.

Protects rates for Hawaii consumers who rely on basic retail phone service.

Recommends passage to the Third Reading as supported by the Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection.