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Section 490H.006. Duties

TX Govt Code § 490H.006 (2019) (N/A)
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Sec. 490H.006. DUTIES. (a) The council shall:

(1) research the progress of broadband development in unserved areas;

(2) identify barriers to residential and commercial broadband deployment in unserved areas;

(3) study technology-neutral solutions to overcome barriers identified under Subdivision (2); and

(4) analyze how statewide access to broadband would benefit:

(A) economic development;

(B) the delivery of educational opportunities in higher education and public education;

(C) state and local law enforcement;

(D) state emergency preparedness; and

(E) the delivery of health care services, including telemedicine and telehealth.

(b) The council may research another matter related to broadband only if a majority of the council approves researching the matter.

(c) For the purpose of performing its duties under this section, the council may consult with a representative of an institution of higher education who has published scholarly research on broadband.

Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 228 (H.B. 1960), Sec. 1, eff. May 25, 2019.

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