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Georgia Senate Takes First Step Towards Updating Telecom Laws
February 10, 2010 written by John Watson
House Bill 168 passed yesterday in the Senate with a notable majority of 46-4. The bill is geared towards modernizing Georgia telecom laws to better reflect the constantly changing technology advancements and to level the playing field amongst providers to ensure fair play.
The CDF survey conducted with Insider Advantage indicated public support of telecom modernization and in passing the bill, the legislators echoed constituent sentiments.
CDF supports the passage of this legislation and the opportunities for investment and job creation in Georgia that it prompts.
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