2026 Regular Session
SB 213
Providing PSC jurisdiction over internet service providers
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 213 would give the West Virginia Public Service Commission (PSC) authority to regulate internet service providers. The bill recognizes that reliable internet access is increasingly essential for residents and businesses. The PSC would be responsible for ensuring internet service is safe, adequate, and reasonably priced, and for addressing customer complaints about service quality.
Key provisions
- The Public Service Commission (PSC) will have jurisdiction over internet service providers.
- The PSC will require internet providers to offer safe, adequate, and reliable service.
- The PSC can adjudicate customer complaints about internet service quality.
- Internet service providers that violate PSC orders can be fined up to $7,000 per violation.
- The PSC can create rules to implement this legislation.
- The PSC can compel testimony and document production as needed.
- The definition of ‘internet service provider’ is included.
Who is affected
- Internet service providers
- West Virginia residents and businesses
- The Public Service Commission
Notable changes
- This bill establishes the PSC’s authority to regulate internet service, which was previously not explicitly defined.
- It creates a mechanism for customers to file complaints and for the PSC to address them.
- It allows the PSC to impose fines on non-compliant internet service providers.
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