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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(a) In the operation of the statewide open-access middle-mile broadband network, the office may establish reasonable user policies, perform reasonable network management practices, and create related standards and policies.
(b) The office shall ensure that there are a variety of services offered to internet service providers or other eligible entities on the statewide open-access middle-mile broadband network.
(c) Where feasible, the office shall consider if the term of access to dark fiber shall be no less than a 20-year indefeasible right to use.
(d) Where feasible, the office shall consider including excess conduit capacity in projects to ensure for potential growth of the statewide open-access middle-mile broadband network.
(e) This section does not prohibit the office from making a grant of dark fiber strands for purposes of enhancing the California Research and Education Network.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - California Code, Government Code - GOV § 11549.57 - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/government-code/gov-sect-11549-57/
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