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ISPs Brace For State-Level Price Regulation as New York's $15 Broadband Law Sets Precedent
A New York law mandating low-cost broadband is inspiring similar legislation across multiple states, despite industry opposition. The law requires ISPs with over 20,000 customers to offer $15 plans with 25Mbps speeds or $20 plans with 200Mbps to income-eligible residents. Vermont, Massachusetts, a...
A New York law mandating low-cost broadband is inspiring similar legislation across multiple states, despite industry opposition. Vermont's proposal mirrors New York's pricing structure, while Massachusetts goes further by requiring 100Mbps speeds for the $15 tier. Industry lobby groups continue fighting these regulations, with USTelecom warning that state-level price controls will "undermine connectivity progress" and "discourage investment."
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