H 101
An Act establishing free broadband internet access in public housing
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Bill overview
This bill aims to provide free broadband internet access to residents of public housing in Massachusetts. It seeks to address the digital divide and ensure equitable access to essential online services for this population. The bill’s intent is to improve public health outcomes by facilitating access to information and resources. It builds upon previous attempts to establish similar programs within the state.
Key provisions
- Requires the provision of free broadband internet access.
- Targets residents of public housing units.
- Directs the Department of Public Health to investigate broadband access and its public health implications.
- Referrals to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
- Reporting to the committee on House Ways and Means.
Who is affected
- Residents of public housing
- Low-income individuals
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Builds on previous legislation addressing broadband access in public housing.
- Focuses on a direct provision of service rather than simply subsidizing access.
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Primary sponsor
Danillo A. Sena
Cosponsors
Bud L. Williams
Danillo A. Sena
James B. Eldridge
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
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Bill H.101 194th (Current)
An Act establishing free broadband internet access in public housing
By Representative Sena of Acton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 101) of Danillo A. Sena and others for an investigation by the Department of Public Health of broadband internet access and its relation to the public health objectives. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Danillo A. Sena Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.101
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/14/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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