Requires broadband providers to offer high speed broadband service to certain low-income consumers
This bill requires New York broadband providers to offer high-speed internet service at $5 per month to eligible low-income households. It directly affects households qualifying for programs like SNAP (food benefits), Medicaid, free/reduced school lunches, or senior/disability rent exemptions. Providers must offer minimum speeds of 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, include all fees in the $5 price, and advertise the program prominently. They must also submit annual reports to the state on enrollment, eligibility verification, and service details to ensure compliance.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Committee
2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CORPORATIONS, AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSIONS
lower
Jan 8, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO CORPORATIONS, AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSIONS
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Brian Cunningham
DDemocratic
Co
MaryJane Shimsky
DDemocratic/Working Families
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