S 1454
An Act relative to PEG access and cable related funds
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Bill overview
This bill addresses funding for Public, Educational, and Governmental (PEG) access channels and related cable fees in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure that municipalities receive adequate funds to support these local channels, which provide educational and informational programming. The bill aims to clarify and potentially adjust the distribution of revenue generated from cable-related fees to better serve these community resources. It also considers the impact of these funds on local governments.
Key provisions
- Directs the state to provide funding for PEG access channels.
- Establishes a process for municipalities to request and receive these funds.
- Clarifies the allocation of revenue from cable-related fees.
- Addresses the role of regional government in supporting PEG access.
- Requires the state to assess the current funding levels for PEG access.
- Considers the impact of funding on local government budgets.
- Specifies the types of programming supported by PEG channels.
Who is affected
- Municipalities in Massachusetts
- Regional Government entities
- Cable television providers
- Residents of Massachusetts
- PEG access channel operators
Notable changes
- The bill proposes adjustments to the current funding model for PEG access.
- It clarifies the distribution of revenue generated from cable fees.
- It may establish a formal process for municipalities to apply for and receive funding.
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Primary sponsor
Joan B. Lovely
Cosponsors
Brendan P. Crighton
David T. Vieira
Dylan A. Fernandes
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Bill S.1454 194th (Current)
An Act relative to PEG access and cable related funds
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1454) of Joan B. Lovely, David T. Vieira, Jason M. Lewis, Dylan A. Fernandes and others for legislation relative to PEG access and cable related funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Joan B. Lovely Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.1454
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/17/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 7/31/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session |
| 2/12/2026 | Senate | Read second and ordered to a third reading |
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