The bill amends the Transmitting Utility Act by updating the definition of "transmitting utility" to encompass a broader range of services. Specifically, it replaces the term "any" with "a" and introduces new categories of services that qualify as transmitting utilities. These include the provision of fiber optic communication services, broadband internet services, and similar high-speed data transmission services, alongside existing categories such as railroads, telephone services, and electricity transmission.

The amendments also involve the restructuring of the definition to clarify the types of entities engaged in these services. The new legal language specifies that a transmitting utility can be a corporation or other entity primarily engaged in various forms of utility services, now explicitly including modern communication technologies. This update reflects the evolving landscape of utility services and aims to ensure that the regulatory framework accommodates advancements in technology.

Statutes affected:
HB 1737: 4-19-102(1)
Act 584: 4-19-102(1)