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Re: More info on this bill not in newspapers said by fAcEtIOUs: What are the localities giving up, but the ability to blackmail special deals out of the telcos and cable companies to feather local pols nests. Like what? The vast, vast majority of the franchise so-called 'extras' are things that help and support the citizens of these cities. One good example is fiber networks that helps public safety and that cities use for reduced telecom/data/video costs. Gee, better communication for police and fire and reduced costs to government? How is that bad?
Also, no state PUC will have the time, staff, or inclination to haul providers into court. Even if they do, who ends up paying for it all? |
