AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY ACCESS TELEVISION PROVIDERS.

HB 5848 allocates unspecified funds from the General Fund to the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority for nonprofit community access television providers during fiscal years 2026 and 2027. This bill directly supports these nonprofit organizations, enabling them to maintain operations while a permanent funding model is developed. The key provision is a two-year appropriation to prevent service disruptions for community TV channels that serve local programming and public access needs. The bill does not change existing regulations but provides temporary financial assistance until a revised funding structure is established.