CABLE Expansion Act

HR 3330, the CABLE Expansion Act, streamlines the approval process for cable operators seeking to place, construct, or modify equipment on public infrastructure. It requires covered entities (like local governments or franchising authorities) to approve or deny such requests within 90 days (for eligible infrastructure) or 150 days (otherwise), with requests deemed approved if deadlines pass. The bill mandates written denials with evidence, prohibits blocking service improvements, and sets rules for neutral, cost-based fees. It directly affects cable operators and local governments managing infrastructure approvals under the Communications Act.