Technology (Broadband Access)

passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3506: An Act relative to digital inclusion for seniors

By Representative Hong of Lowell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3506) of Tara T. Hong and others for legislation to establish a low-income senior internet subsidy program to provide financial assistance to eligible seniors for internet services. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes low-income senior internet subsidy program, directly expanding access and promoting digital equity for seniors.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 25, 2026

H 3478: An Act to streamline broadband permitting and ensure equitable access to infrastructure

By Representative Diggs of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3478) of Kip A. Diggs and Bud L. Williams relative to broadband permitting and access to infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill streamlines broadband permitting to ensure equitable internet access, directly expanding infrastructure availability per topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 17, 2025

H 75: An Act related to the resiliency, public safety and quality of broadband in Massachusetts

By Representative Diggs of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 75) of Kip A. Diggs and Hadley Luddy relative to broadband high-speed internet access. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill advances broadband access quality and cybersecurity resiliency, directly strengthening internet infrastructure and security standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Cybersecurity Telecommunications

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Oct 14, 2025

H 4596: An Act establishing a commission to study a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators

H 4596 establishes a Massachusetts Digital Navigation Commission to study how to create a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators - trusted community guides who help residents access affordable internet, devices, and digital skills. The commission, made up of state agency representatives and community organizations, will examine funding models, qualifications for navigators, and how digital navigation services impact health and equity. It will also analyze existing regional initiatives and collect data to inform recommendations. The commission must submit a report with its findings and proposed legislation within six months, but the bill itself does not create the credentialing program or mandate changes.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates commission to study credentialing for digital navigators who help residents access affordable internet and digital skills, directly advancing internet access and digital equity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 14, 2025

H 101: An Act establishing free broadband internet access in public housing

By Representative Sena of Acton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 101) of Danillo A. Sena and others for an investigation by the Department of Public Health of broadband internet access and its relation to the public health objectives. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides free broadband access in public housing, enhancing tenant services within affordable housing units without restricting housing policies.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes free broadband internet access in public housing, directly expanding internet access and promoting digital equity as a key support indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 14, 2025

H 92: An Act creating the Massachusetts digital equity broadband adoption program

By Representative Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 92) of Frank A. Moran relative to establishing within the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development a digital equity broadband adoption program. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a broadband adoption program focused on digital equity, directly expanding internet access and aligning with technology policy goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 25, 2026

H 3546: An Act to establish standards for the pole attachment process to facilitate the construction of broadband networks

By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3546) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., for legislation to establish standards for the pole attachment process to facilitate the construction of broadband networks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes pole attachment standards to facilitate broadband network construction, directly advancing internet access infrastructure expansion.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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