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MN HF1971
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ron Kresha
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AI Summary
- Telephone companies and telecommunications carriers are no longer required to offer services in areas where FCC mapping data shows Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) infrastructure is available
- Carriers opting out of service must notify the Public Utilities Commission and inform affected customers of their right to dispute the FCC's coverage determination
- Customers can dispute coverage determinations by sending a letter or email to the Office of Broadband Development, which must notify the carrier within 5 business days
- Carriers must respond to customer disputes within 5 business days, and the state broadband director must resolve disputes within 15 business days
- If the FCC data shows VoIP infrastructure is available, the carrier is relieved of state service obligations (though federal obligations remain); if not, the carrier must continue serving the location
Legislative Description
Telephone companies and telecommunications carriers obligations relieved, and dispute resolution required.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy
3/6/2025
Committee Referrals
Commerce Finance & Policy3/6/2025
Full Bill Text
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