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MS HB1508

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

4/1/2021

Primary Sponsor

Sam Creekmore

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the City of New Albany, Mississippi governing authorities to lease excess unused optical fiber ("dark fiber") from its electric delivery system to Internet service providers
  • Leased fiber may be used to provide broadband service to Benton County, Marshall County, Tippah County, and Union County
  • The city has discretionary authority to enter into such leasing agreements
  • Effective upon passage

Legislative Description

City of New Albany; authorize to lease fiber to Internet service providers for provision of broadband service.

Last Action

Died In Committee

4/1/2021

Committee Referrals

Local and Private Legislation3/10/2021

Full Bill Text

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