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SB 1191: Communications: universal service programs.
What SB 1191 does, verified August 25, 2026
The bill aims to extend the universal service programs until January 1, 2033. These programs, which support small independent telephone corporations serving rural areas and those with high costs, were initially set to end on January 1, 2028. The bill would keep these programs in place for an additional five years, allowing more time for the programs to benefit these telephone corporations. The bill also declares its urgency, meaning it would take effect immediately.
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Last action: Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 40. Noes 0.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. (2026-08-24)Alert me
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| Aug. 24, 2026 | Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 40. Noes 0.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Aug. 20, 2026 | In Senate. Concurrence in Assembly amendments pending. |
| Aug. 20, 2026 | Read third time. Urgency clause adopted. Passed. Ordered to the Senate. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | From committee: Do pass. (Ayes 14. Noes 0.) (August 13). |