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HI SB253

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/5/2019

Primary Sponsor

Mike Gabbard

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Origin

Senate

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all state agencies to contract for internet-related services only with internet service providers that demonstrate and contractually agree to support net neutrality principles where all internet traffic is treated equally

  • Mandates state agencies add contract language to procurement requirements for telecommunications, internet, broadband, and data communication services that suppliers must abide by net neutrality principles

  • Defines "net neutrality principles" as: providing access to all lawful content regardless of source; treating all data fairly without favoring, blocking, or throttling particular products or websites; and not discriminating or charging differently based on user, content, source, or ownership

  • Adds monitoring of net neutrality to the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' responsibilities regarding broadband and internet access services throughout the state

  • Takes effect on July 1, 2050

Legislative Description

Relating To Broadband Service.

Broadband

Last Action

Referred to IAC, CPC, LMG, FIN, referral sheet 27

3/7/2019

Committee Referrals

Intrastate Commerce3/7/2019
Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health2/15/2019
Technology and the Arts1/22/2019

Full Bill Text

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