La. Legislators Support Broadband Funds for Nonbroadband Projects

Louisiana could use unobligated broadband funds for “nonbroadband infrastructure project[s]" under a bill the state legislature passed this week. A telehealth project might qualify for funding, a broadband office official testified last month (see 2404240055). The Senate passed the bill (HB-617) in a 37-0 vote Tuesday. The House unanimously approved it April 11, but it still needs a signature from Gov. Jeff Landry (R). On Wednesday, the legislature sent Landry HB-308, which would require cable providers that terminate their franchise certificate to notify customers at least 30 days before service ends. It passed the legislature last week.