SB 369
Public Service Commission rule relating to occupancy of customer-provided conduit
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- Passed House of Delegates
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Public Service Commission to create a rule regarding how different entities can use customer-owned conduit – physical pathways for communication lines. Currently, the commission has the authority to do this, and this bill formally recognizes and confirms that existing rule (150 CSR 37) concerning the occupancy of customer-provided conduit. The rule will likely address issues related to access, usage, and potential conflicts between different providers utilizing this conduit.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Public Service Commission to create a rule.
- Specifically addresses the occupancy of customer-provided conduit.
- Refers to existing rule 150 CSR 37.
- Relates to the authority granted in §24-2E-3 of the Code of West Virginia.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Public Service Commission
- Customers providing conduit
- Telecommunications providers
- Utility companies
- Internet service providers
Notable changes
- Formalizes the commission’s authority to regulate conduit occupancy.
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