Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that repeals certain existing telecommunications regulations, effective 60 days following enactment.

Highlights:

• Authorizes the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to alter, waive, or rescind existing regulations for telecommunication carriers, according to applicable law (Sec 1).

• Requires the Commission to review all regulations applicable to telecommunications carriers every 3 years and rescind regulations that are no longer necessary or in the public interest (Sec 1).

• Specifies that there must be a demonstrated need for any new regulations, and the benefits must outweigh the costs to comply with and enforce any new rules (Sec 1).

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