Technology (Broadband Access)

in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SB 1312: Creates provisions relating to billing for certain internet service interruption

SB 1312 - Under the act, an internet service provider shall give an automatic 50% discount to a customer's bill if the customer experienced three internet service interruptions lasting for more than 30 minutes per a 30-day period. An internet service provider shall create a form on which customers may record internet service interruptions, as described in the act. The Public Service Commission shall require internet service providers to maintain records of each internet service interruption. Specifics of the record are described in the act. The record shall be made public on the internet service provider's website. JULIA SHEVELEVA

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects consumers by requiring ISPs to provide discounts for service interruptions and mandate transparency through public records, enhancing digital rights and consumer protection.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access

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signed · Missouri · Senate Jul 9, 2026

SB 903: Modifies and creates new provisions relating to telecommunications infrastructure

This bill updates laws protecting telecommunications infrastructure by expanding the definition of critical infrastructure facilities and creating new criminal offenses for damaging or stealing equipment. It makes it a felony to purposely or recklessly damage critical infrastructure that causes service interruptions, regardless of the damage value, and establishes penalties for unauthorized possession of copper, brass, aluminum, fiber, or other telecom materials. The law requires offenders to pay restitution and perform community service, while allowing prosecutors to charge under multiple applicable laws if conduct violates more than one provision. These changes directly affect individuals who might damage or steal telecom equipment and law enforcement agencies responsible for investigating such crimes.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by creating new offenses for damaging telecom infrastructure and establishing penalties for unauthorized possession of materials, enhancing protection of critical infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens telecommunications infrastructure protection and cybersecurity by expanding critical infrastructure definitions and creating penalties for damaging equipment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Law Enforcement Victims' Rights Broadband Access Telecommunications

in committee · Missouri · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 901: Creates provisions relating to age verification on adult websites

This bill requires websites that host more than one-third of sexual content harmful to minors to implement age verification systems ensuring users are at least 18 years old. It mandates that any personal identifying information collected during verification must not be retained by the website or third-party verification services. The legislation exempts bona fide news organizations and protects internet service providers, search engines, and cloud services from liability for content they do not control. Enforcement is handled by the Attorney General, who can initiate legal action against violations and seek court-ordered relief.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes age verification requirements that restrict internet access and data privacy, limiting how users can access content online.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3384: Creates provisions relating to product repair requirements

HB 3384 requires manufacturers of farm machinery (including tractors, combines, and agricultural equipment with digital electronics) to provide independent repair providers and owners with the same diagnostic information, service parts, and tools as they offer to their own authorized repair services. Manufacturers must supply these resources on "fair and reasonable terms," meaning software tools and documentation are provided at no charge (except for printed copies), without requiring authorization or internet access. The bill also mandates that manufacturers disclose any prior modifications made to a product when it is purchased. This law directly affects manufacturers of qualifying farm machinery, independent repair shops, and agricultural owners seeking to repair equipment without manufacturer restrictions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires manufacturers to provide digital repair tools and diagnostics at no charge, promoting consumer access to technology repair for digital electronics in farm equipment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Tags Agriculture

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 9, 2026

HCR 38: Urges the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to allow the state of Missouri to continue to utilize Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment funds

HCR 38 is a Missouri legislative resolution urging the federal National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to permit the state to retain its $1.7 billion allocation of Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funds. The resolution specifically requests that NTIA allow Missouri to continue managing these federal broadband funds through its existing Office of Broadband Development, without requiring changes to current grant administration processes. This follows NTIA's 2025 modification of BEAD project requirements and concerns about potential fund clawbacks. The resolution does not alter federal law but formally requests that the NTIA maintain Missouri's access to these funds for expanding rural internet infrastructure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill seeks to retain $1.7B federal broadband funds to expand internet access via Missouri's existing office, directly advancing technology infrastructure deployment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 2886: Modifies provisions for the broadband grant program

HB 2886 updates Missouri's broadband grant program to fund projects expanding high-speed internet access in unserved and underserved areas. It defines "unserved" areas as lacking 500 Mbps download/upload speeds and "underserved" areas as lacking 750 Mbps speeds, requiring new projects to prioritize 500 Mbps or higher speeds (matching FCC standards). Grants must be used exclusively for broadband infrastructure, with strict repayment rules if funds are misused. The program expires in 2030 unless renewed by the legislature.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds broadband infrastructure to expand high-speed internet access in unserved areas, meeting FCC standards (500+ Mbps), directly advancing digital connectivity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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signed · Missouri · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 2020: Appropriates money for the expenses, grants, refunds, and distributions of the several departments and offices of state government

HB 2020 is Missouri's fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill, allocating $26.3 million from the Budget Stabilization Fund and $15.5 million from the Coronavirus Recovery Fund for specific state programs. It funds higher education grants requiring 50% local matching, technology upgrades for job centers, port authority grants (with local match requirements), streetcar planning, and infrastructure projects like state building HVAC repairs and a new warehouse. The bill also supports broadband expansion in underserved areas, a sports facility for athletes with special needs, and early childhood education programs, all subject to local matching funds where specified. This bill directly affects Missouri state agencies, local governments, and qualifying organizations receiving these allocations for designated projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $26.3M from Budget Stabilization Fund and $15.5M from Recovery Fund to fund education grants, infrastructure, and broadband expansion, directly advancing state budget priorities.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds higher education grants with 50% local matching requirement, directly advancing higher education funding within the Education topic.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds technology upgrades for job centers, directly supporting employment services and workforce development per bill summary.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates $15.5M for technology upgrades and broadband expansion, directly advancing internet access infrastructure as specified in the summary.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds streetcar planning (public transit) and port authority grants (transportation infrastructure) under infrastructure projects, directly advancing transportation initiatives.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Early Childhood Broadband Access Ports

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2220: Enacts provisions relating to the department of transportation's fiber network

HB 2220 authorizes Missouri's Department of Transportation (DOT) to form public-private partnerships with broadband providers to expand the state's fiber network. It requires the DOT to prioritize unserved and underserved areas (defined in state law) and use a competitive bidding process with specific public notice requirements in local newspapers and tech publications. Private partners can use excess fiber capacity to offer internet services meeting state broadband standards, while the DOT must follow state rulemaking procedures. The bill creates a structured framework for expanding rural and low-access broadband infrastructure through DOT-led partnerships.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands fiber network for broadband access in unserved areas, directly advancing internet infrastructure - a core technology policy area per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications Tags Rural Communities

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