State Legislators Pass Telecom Bills

State legislative chambers passed telecom and internet bills Wednesday. The New York Senate voted 46-15 for a bill that would allow phone and cable companies to notify third parties about bills at a customer’s request. AB-1368 earlier passed the Assembly but will need the governor’s approval. The California Senate voted 39-0 to pass SB-60, which would require social media platforms to remove posts on illegal drug sales. It will go to the Assembly. The Louisiana House voted 93-0 for HB-653 to update Granting Unserved Municipalities Broadband Opportunities grant rules. It next needs Senate approval.