This bill amends R.S. 45:1364(E) and 1365(B)(1) to establish new requirements for cable service providers regarding the termination of their service certificates. Specifically, it mandates that when a cable service provider decides to terminate its certificate, it must provide written notice to its customers at least thirty days prior to the effective termination date, if that date is within the provider's control. Additionally, the provider is required to make announcements on the cable system to inform customers about the end of service.

Furthermore, the bill outlines that any incumbent service provider wishing to terminate an existing local franchise agreement must file a statement of termination with the secretary of state and notify affected local governmental subdivisions. If the provider opts to terminate its franchise and switch to a state franchise, it must also inform its customers about the potential disruption of service due to the termination, adhering to the same thirty-day notice requirement. These changes aim to enhance transparency and communication between cable service providers and their customers during the transition of service agreements.

Statutes affected:
HB308 Original: 45:1364(E), 45:1365(B)(1)
HB308 Engrossed: 45:1364(E), 45:1365(B)(1)
HB308 Enrolled: 45:1364(E), 45:1365(B)(1)
HB308 Act : 45:1364(E), 45:1365(B)(1)