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WV HB5172
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Linville
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AI Summary
- Creates the Low Earth Orbit Broadband Internet Connection Fund to pay for installing satellite internet receiving equipment at locations eligible for broadband deployment grants
- Fund will be administered by the Department of Commerce and may receive gifts, grants, bequests, legislative appropriations, and investment returns
- Provides interim internet access for residents in areas where traditional broadband infrastructure deployment is still years away from completion
- Authorizes expenditures directly from fund collections for fiscal years ending June 30, 2026 and June 30, 2027, without requiring explicit legislative appropriation
- Fund balance and accrued interest carry forward each fiscal year rather than reverting to the General Revenue Fund
Legislative Description
Relating to establishing the Low Earth Orbit Broadband Internet Connection Fund.
Utilities
Last Action
To House Finance
2/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance2/4/2026
Full Bill Text
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