Senate committee hears support and questions in PUC reappointment hearing for Oscar Patrick Kitagawa On Feb. 25, 2026 the Senate Executive Appointment & Investigation Committee in Rota heard testimony supporting the reappointment of Oscar Patrick Kitagawa to the Commonwealth Public Utilities Commission and questioned him about CUC rate proposals, local telecommunications service and commission staffing. No confirmation vote is recorded in the transcript.

The Senate committee's hearing on Oscar Patrick Kitagawa's reappointment to the Commonwealth Public Utilities Commission revealed strong local support, but also pressing questions about utility rates and service gaps.

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Witnesses urge H.294 changes to make prison phone/video calls free and audit commissary pricing Experts told the House Corrections & Institutions Committee that making phone and video calls free increases family contact, can reduce in‑facility misconduct, and that Vermont’s commissary prices merit an independent audit; witnesses offered a nonprofit vendor model and Iowa pilot data.

Experts are pushing for a groundbreaking change in Vermont's correctional facilities that could make phone and video calls free, potentially transforming family connections and reducing in-prison misconduct.

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Madison County Fiscal Court approves land-use changes, telecom franchises, purchases and appointments On Dec. 16 the fiscal court adopted two land-use ordinances, awarded two 10-year nonexclusive telecommunications franchises (Kinetic and MetroNet), approved a $52,632 equipment purchase for Battlefield Golf Course, awarded a copier contract to Canon, ratified multiple board appointments, and accepted a donated lot for stormwater access; most measures passed by roll call.

Madison County Fiscal Court just made significant moves by approving land-use changes, telecom franchises, and key board appointments that could reshape the community!

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Taos County hearing on 95-foot monopine tower in Arroyo Hondo draws hours of testimony; no final decision recorded At a Sept. 16 Taos County Board of County Commissioners hearing, residents, church leadership and telecommunications representatives debated an appeal of a Planning Commission approval to place a 95-foot concealed cellular tower at Grace Community Church in Arroyo Hondo. The planning director recommended upholding the Planning Commission; public-­s

A heated debate unfolds in Arroyo Hondo as residents clash over a proposed 95-foot "monopine" tower that could reshape their community's landscape and property values.

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Votes at a glance: PSC approves transmission, telecom certificates and special contract; several items tabled At its Oct. 16 meeting the Mississippi Public Service Commission approved a series of orders including a transmission project, telecommunications certificates and an Entergy special contract; it also tabled two items for further review.

The Mississippi Public Service Commission just made waves with approvals on key projects, including a new transmission line and telecom certificates—what does this mean for your utility bills?

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County board approves telecommunications facility on Highway 85 Board approves telecommunication facility and right-of-way use for Range Telephone on Highway 85

Weston County Commissioners unanimously approved a new telecommunications facility on Highway 85, paving the way for enhanced connectivity in the region!

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Oregon Legislature passes House Bill 3148 to enhance Lifeline telecommunications assistance House Bill 3148 makes Oregon Lifeline plan permanent and adds computing device benefits.

Oregon is taking a bold step to bridge the digital divide with House Bill 3148, ensuring low-income residents receive vital telecommunication support and access to personal computing devices.

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Minnesota Department of Education secures funding for gender-neutral restroom grants 2026-2027 appropriations include $1.986M for restroom grants and telecommunications access equity.

Minnesota's Senate Bill 2255 is set to transform educational facilities with a focus on inclusivity and equitable access, including funding for gender-neutral restrooms and improved telecommunications.

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Nebraska Legislature introduces LB666 to amend Rural Communications Sustainability Act Storer presents LB666 to update Public Service Commission duties in Nebraska.

Nebraska's LB 666 could revolutionize communication in rural areas, promising improved connectivity that enhances education, healthcare, and economic growth.

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