This bill amends the Nebraska Telecommunications Regulation Act by redefining the term "Internet-protocol-enabled service" to include broadband Internet access service as defined in federal regulations, specifically referencing the definition as it existed on January 1, 2025. Additionally, it clarifies that the regulation of broadband Internet access service will be under the jurisdiction of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), prohibiting any state agency or political subdivision from enacting regulations that would conflict with this federal oversight.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that the Nebraska Public Service Commission will not regulate certain services, including Internet-protocol-enabled services and voice over Internet protocol services, in terms of rates and service conditions. It retains the commission's authority over various aspects of telecommunications, such as consumer protection laws and intercarrier compensation, while also introducing new provisions that allow the commission or state agencies to administer federal or state broadband grant programs. The original sections of the law being amended are repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 86-111.01, 86-124