"The Trump administration is informing states that they will be excluded from a $42 billion broadband deployment fund if they set pricing for Internet service providers providing subsidized rates to low-income residents."
"The NTIA FAQ updates indicate a challenge for states considering laws mandating affordable broadband plans for low-income individuals, specifically affecting states like New York."
The Trump administration's stance threatens states with exclusion from a $42 billion broadband deployment fund if they enforce pricing regulations on Internet service providers subsidized for low-income plans. Following New York's law requiring ISPs to offer low-cost broadband options, other states had considered similar legislation but are now deterred by the latest NTIA guidelines. The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program mandates a low-cost broadband service but prohibits the NTIA from regulating service rates charged by providers. This regulation creates challenges for states pursuing affordable Internet offerings.
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