Bill Summary:
This bill authorizes and directs the Department of Public Service to study and report on the current status of cable television systems operating and providing services to customer premises over fiberoptic cables.
Actions:
- Referred to Corporations, Authorities and Commissions on 03/13/2013
- Referred to Corporations, Authorities and Commissions on 01/08/2014
Text:
The bill states that the legislature aims to promote the deployment of high-speed internet service to as many households and businesses in New York as possible. It requires the Department of Public Service to study cable television systems providing services over fiberoptic cables, including analyzing demographic data of residents and completion rates of infrastructure buildouts. The results of the study are to be reported to relevant parties within a specific timeline.