SB 651 Modifies provisions relating to communications services
Sponsor: Lager
LR Number: 5010S.02T Fiscal Note available
Committee: Commerce, Consumer Protection, Energy and the Environment
Last Action: 3/20/2014 - Signed by Governor Journal Page: S582
Title: SCS SB 651 Calendar Position:
Effective Date: August 28, 2014
House Handler: Richardson

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SCS/SB 651 - This act specifies that no cause of action shall lie in any court against a communications-related service provider for any loss, damage, or injury resulting from a disruption or loss of communication services during an emergency situation, except in cases of gross negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct. This act also modifies when a telecommunications company may obtain a certification substituting telecommunications service for interconnected voice over internet protocol service.

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