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MN HF2930
Bill
Status
3/10/2014
Primary Sponsor
Erik Simonson
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AI Summary
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Amends Minnesota Statutes section 237.19 to reduce the voting threshold for municipalities constructing a new telephone exchange where one already exists from 65 percent to a simple majority.
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Municipalities must still obtain voter approval at a general or special election before constructing, purchasing, or condemning a telephone exchange.
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Allows municipalities that own and operate telephone exchanges to enter into joint ventures with telecommunications organizations to provide services in their service areas.
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Takes effect the day following final enactment.
Legislative Description
Municipality seeking to construct and operate a new telephone exchange simple majority vote required.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Labor, Workplace and Regulated Industries
3/10/2014