West Virginia Statutes
§ 31G-2-3 — Legislative findings and purposes
(a)It is the finding of the Legislature that:
(1)West Virginia’s cities, towns, and other concentrated population areas, areas of the state, mostly rural, remain unserved or underserved by broadband access; and
(2)The lack of affordable, accessible broadband service in the underserved and unserved areas in this state necessitates consideration of alternative means and methods of providing internet services.
(b)It is the purpose of this article that individuals and businesses be able to form cooperative associations for the purpose of obtaining internet services within their respective regions and communities.
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Legislative History
2017 Reg. Sess., HB3093
Nearby Sections
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§ 31G-1-1
Legislative findings and purpose§ 31G-1-11
Voluntary donation and easement programs§ 31G-1-12
Grants§ 31G-1-14
Legislative rule-making authority§ 31G-1-2
Definitions§ 31G-1-6
Mapping of areas within state§ 31G-1-8
Public awareness and education§ 31G-1-9
Collection of data§ 31G-1A-1
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