Technology (Broadband Access)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1282: Relates to when the department of transportation may require surveys for fiber optics

Provides that the department of transportation shall not require a survey from any fiber optic utility for permitting or continuance of the use and occupancy of a state right of way for the purposes of installing, modifying, relocating, repairing, operating, or maintaining fiber optic facilities, under certain circumstances.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRemoves DOT survey requirement for fiber optic installations, facilitating broadband infrastructure deployment and expanding internet access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3109: Establishes the "broadband deployment assistance act"

Establishes the "broadband deployment assistance act"; requires that substantially similar permits for broadband deployment be processed together at the same time and on an expedited basis; defines terms; authorizes municipalities to simultaneously process certain broadband permit applications that are substantially similar.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyStreamlines broadband permit processing to accelerate deployment, directly expanding internet access infrastructure per bill's expedited permit requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 10, 2025

S 6327: Provides an exemption for certain fiber optic cable assessments in Erie county

This bill exempts municipal fiber optic broadband infrastructure in Erie County from real property taxes, levies, and assessments. It directly affects local governments and municipal broadband companies operating in Erie County that own and install fiber optic networks for public broadband services. The exemption covers all such infrastructure (on public or private property) used to distribute broadband, while requiring contractors to meet workplace safety standards, submit workforce plans, and comply with prevailing wage laws. The law takes effect immediately for assessments on or after the effective date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts municipal broadband infrastructure from real property taxes, providing tax relief to support public broadband services and reduce operational costs for local government projects.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExempts municipal fiber broadband infrastructure from taxes, reducing costs to expand public internet access infrastructure, directly advancing digital connectivity policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3414: Enacts the internet service outage consumer protection act

Enacts the "internet service outage consumer protection act"; requires every internet service provider operating in this state to issue a prorated bill credit to consumers for any internet service outage lasting more than one hour.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates ISPs to provide credits for outages, protecting consumers from financial loss during service disruptions, aligning with consumer protection indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7939: Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program

Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program within the division of broadband access to support no-cost and/or discounted subscriptions for households receiving federal, state, or local housing assistance or residing in housing units designated for low-income and/or vulnerable populations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates broadband grants for households in housing assistance programs, directly supporting affordable housing access and reducing digital divide for vulnerable populations.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates grants for low-income broadband access, directly expanding internet availability to vulnerable populations per digital equity goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Broadband Access

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6446: Enacts the "wireless broadband eligible facility permitting act" to provide for uniform regulation of certain wireless facilities

This bill establishes a statewide process to streamline approvals for specific upgrades to existing wireless infrastructure, such as adding or replacing antennas on current towers or base stations. It exempts these "eligible modifications" from requiring local zoning or land use permits, which typically involve municipal review and delays. The goal is to accelerate broadband and advanced wireless service deployment by creating a uniform state-level permitting system. Local governments retain authority over other aspects of wireless facility siting under existing laws, but cannot impose additional permitting requirements for these specific upgrades.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExempts wireless infrastructure upgrades from local permits to accelerate broadband deployment, directly expanding internet access as a core technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Assembly Sep 8, 2025

A 4273: Establishes the "broadband deployment assistance act"

Establishes the "broadband deployment assistance act"; requires that substantially similar permits for broadband deployment be processed together at the same time and on an expedited basis; defines terms; authorizes municipalities to simultaneously process certain broadband permit applications that are substantially similar.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expedites broadband permit processing to accelerate deployment, directly expanding internet access as a core technology policy goal.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2154: Directs the public service commission to formulate a process, rules and regulations for the regulation of the charges and fees of internet and cable providers

Directs the public service commission to formulate a process, rules and regulations for the regulation of the charges and fees of internet and cable providers.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates internet/cable provider fees for consumer protection, promoting affordable access and aligning with technology policy goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5692: Enacts the "wireless broadband eligible facility permitting act" to provide for uniform regulation of certain wireless facilities

This bill, S 5692, streamlines approval for minor upgrades to existing wireless infrastructure. It exempts wireless companies from needing municipal zoning permits when making small modifications to current towers or base stations - such as adding small antennas, removing equipment, or replacing existing gear - without changing the structure's size. Municipalities must process these requests under a uniform state procedure within 60 days, eliminating local review delays for these specific changes. The bill does not affect new construction or modifications that substantially alter a facility's height or size, preserving local control over those aspects.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyStreamlines wireless infrastructure upgrades, removing municipal barriers to faster broadband deployment, directly expanding internet access as a core technology policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7845: Establishes broadband opportunity areas

Provides for real property tax exemptions for last mile broadband infrastructure constructed, altered, installed or improved in an area designated a broadband opportunity area.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides real property tax exemptions for broadband infrastructure, a form of tax relief to incentivize development and expand broadband access.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax exemptions for broadband infrastructure in designated areas, directly expanding internet access and digital equity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Tax Incentives Broadband Access Telecommunications

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