California PUC Approves 3-Year Home Broadband Pilot
The California Public Utilities Commission approved a three-year home broadband pilot program during its meeting Thursday (see 2508150055). The pilot, funded by the state's LifeLine program, will provide a $20 monthly broadband subsidy for eligible households and $30 for bundled…
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services. The program "will play a key role in achieving the goal of connecting Californians," said commission President Alice Reynolds. The agency established 100/20 Mbps speed standards with 1,280 Gbps monthly usage, except in areas where it isn't feasible. The voluntary program took effect immediately.