Laws & Regulations

  • Assembly Bill 2750 , Require the Department of Technology, by January 1, 2024, to develop a state digital equity plan and include barriers of specific populations as well as the availability and affordability of access to fixed and wireless broadband technology. (Published 09/2022)
  • Senate Bill 156 , Allocation of $6 billion towards expanding broadband infrastructure and access in California. SB 156 Fact Sheet. (Published 07/2021)
  • California Broadband Action Plan , In response to Governor Gavin Newsom’s executive order N-73-20—reflects the state’s belief that broadband is essential to economic and workforce development, public safety, education, and an engaged public. Action plan item status.(Published 12/2020)
  • Executive Order N-73-20 , Governor Newsom signed the order which directed the Broadband Council to develop a statewide Broadband Action Plan and promote digital equity throughout California. (Signed 08/2020)
  • Assembly Bill 488 , California Broadband Council (Published 10/2019)
  • Assembly Bill 1665 , Telecommunications: California Advanced Services Fund (Published 10/2017)
  • Assembly Bill 493 , State surplus property (Published 09/2011)
  • Senate Bill 1462 , Telecommunications: California Broadband Council (Published 09/2010)
  • Code of Federal Regulations §200.313 Equipment , Requirements for use, management, and disposition of equipment acquired through Federal award.