Calif. Lawmakers Move Affordable Broadband Bill Forward

The California Assembly Committee on Communications moved forward a bill that would require ISPs operating in the state to offer affordable broadband to consumers. The committee voted 7-2 on Wednesday in favor of the bill, AB-353, with state Assemblymember Blanca Rubio (D) not voting. Assemblymember Tasha Boerner (D) introduced the bill in January (see 2502040033). If passed, ISPs would be required to cap such plans at $15 per month, with taxes and fees included.