Cable franchise; right of cable operator to renew its authority by means of an ordinance. (HB1255)
Introduced By
Del. Bob Marshall (R-Manassas)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
☐ |
Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Cable franchise renewal. Provides that the right of a cable operator to renew its authority by means of an ordinance franchise shall not apply to any locality where the cable operator is in material default of the terms and conditions of the franchise last granted by that locality. The bill also requires a cable operator that seeks to renew its franchise do so no later than 30 days prior to the expiration of the existing agreement. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
Date | Action |
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01/20/2012 | Committee |
01/20/2012 | Presented and ordered printed 12103091D |
01/20/2012 | Referred to Committee on Counties, Cities and Towns |
01/25/2012 | Assigned CC & T sub: #2 |
02/02/2012 | Subcommittee recommends continuing to 2013 |
02/03/2012 | Continued to 2013 in Counties, Cities and Towns |