1. (1) The Department will develop and maintain a registry of telecommunications providers (as that term is defined in ORS 184.911) in the state that includes broadband service providers. Any telecommunications provider wanting to receive notifications of Broadband Service Infrastructure Program applications must register with the Department.
2. (2) The Department will publish and maintain a Statewide Broadband Map (“Map”). The Map will be used to identify locations that would be benefited by a Broadband Service Infrastructure Program project when required for compliance.
3. (3) The Map may be used to illustrate broadband speed availability and depict areas eligible for Broadband Service Infrastructure Program financial assistance.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 285A.075, ORS 285A.166, Oregon Laws 2020, chapter 17, Section 5(2) (First Special Session) (SB 1603), Oregon Laws 2021, chapter 524, Oregon Laws 2022, chapter 60 & Oregon Laws 2023, chapter 338 (HB 3201)

Statutes/Other Implemented

Oregon Laws 2020, chapter 17, Section 5(2) (First Special Session) (SB 1603), Oregon Laws 2021, chapter 524, Oregon Laws 2022, chapter 60 & Oregon Laws 2023, chapter 338 (HB 3201)

History

OBDD 30-2023, adopt filed 11/14/2023, effective 11/14/2023