NYC Council Introduction 568

intro.nyc/0568-2022 2022-2023 Legislative Session
Reporting on discounted internet service program utilization rates and improving outreach to eligible households.
Status: Filed (End of Session) Committee on Technology
Sponsored by Jennifer Gutiérrez
Introduced: July 14, 2022

This bill would require the Commissioner of Information Technology and Telecommunications to report to the Mayor and the Council on the number and the general geographical distribution of households that are eligible for the City’s discounted internet service program. Based on the report, the Commissioner would be required to formulate and execute a plan to increase awareness of the program and its utilization.

Sponsors: 9