"This law sends a clear message that all New Mexicans deserve access to broadband despite their income. The governor's signature ensures that tens of thousands of New Mexicans will now be able to afford high-speed internet. I am grateful the governor and the Legislature took action on this important bipartisan issue to help low-income families pay for this vital infrastructure."
"Our mission is more than delivering broadband to rural and remote parts of the state. It is critical that New Mexico families be able to afford high-speed internet. This bill will provide discounts to ensure [affordable access]."
New Mexico's Low-Income Telecommunications Assistance Program (LITAP) became law after Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed Senate Bill 152. The legislation allocates $10 million in funding to assist approximately 27,000 low-income residents in obtaining broadband access. The funding originates from the Public Regulation Commission's State Rural Universal Service Fund, which has $40 million designated for broadband initiatives. The bill passed the state Senate unanimously and the House with a 48-14 vote. State officials emphasized that the law ensures all New Mexicans can afford high-speed internet regardless of income level, addressing both rural connectivity and affordability challenges.
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