Summary
- A controversial provision in a federal funding deal threatens California's net neutrality law, broadband affordability laws, and public safety protections.
- The National Telecommunications and Information Administration announced $1.4 billion for California to expand broadband, but it requires the state to refrain from enforcing key regulations for 14 years.
- This could lead to increased costs for Californians, particularly low-income residents who benefit from affordability protections like the $20 internet plan mandated after the Verizon and Frontier merger.
- Advocates urge Governor Newsom to reject this provision, warning it could undermine public safety by limiting reliable service for first responders during emergencies.
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