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IL SB3613
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rachel Ventura
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AI Summary
- Amends the Broadband Advisory Council Act by adding Section 35 to require a Rural Broadband Deployment Study
- Directs the Broadband Advisory Council to identify and evaluate costs and benefits of installing rural broadband in all areas served by broadband cooperatives in Illinois
- Requires the study to consider all material social and economic costs and benefits of broadband deployment
- Mandates specific analysis of expanded access to telehealth, remote job opportunities, and educational materials
- Introduced February 5, 2026 by Senator Rachel Ventura
Legislative Description
RURAL BROADBAND DEPLOY STUDY
Last Action
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations2/17/2026
Assignments2/5/2026
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