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CABLE Expansion Act

USA119th CongressHR-5311| House 
| Updated: 9/11/2025
Julie Fedorchak

Julie Fedorchak

Republican Representative

North Dakota

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The "CABLE Expansion Act" amends the Communications Act of 1934 to regulate the authority of local franchising entities concerning cable infrastructure. It clarifies that while a franchising authority retains power over decisions regarding the placement, construction, and modification of cable facilities, this authority is subject to specific limitations. These limitations are designed to prevent regulations from prohibiting or effectively prohibiting a cable operator's ability to provide or enhance cable service under a granted franchise. A key provision establishes strict timelines for franchising authorities to act on complete requests for authorization. For facilities on existing eligible support infrastructure , a decision must be made within 90 days, while other facilities have a 150-day deadline. These timeframes apply collectively to all necessary proceedings and cannot be tolled by any moratorium. Furthermore, any decision by a franchising authority to deny a complete request must be in writing, supported by substantial evidence, and publicly released. The bill also defines when a request is considered complete, stating it is complete if the requesting party does not receive a written notice of missing information within 10 business days. This aims to streamline the application process and ensure clarity for cable operators. Ultimately, the legislation seeks to balance local control over public rights-of-way with the need for efficient deployment and enhancement of cable services by operators.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-1061
CABLE Expansion Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3330
CABLE Expansion Act
Sep 11, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 11, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-1061
    CABLE Expansion Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3330
    CABLE Expansion Act


  • September 11, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 11, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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CABLE Expansion Act

USA119th CongressHR-5311| House 
| Updated: 9/11/2025
The "CABLE Expansion Act" amends the Communications Act of 1934 to regulate the authority of local franchising entities concerning cable infrastructure. It clarifies that while a franchising authority retains power over decisions regarding the placement, construction, and modification of cable facilities, this authority is subject to specific limitations. These limitations are designed to prevent regulations from prohibiting or effectively prohibiting a cable operator's ability to provide or enhance cable service under a granted franchise. A key provision establishes strict timelines for franchising authorities to act on complete requests for authorization. For facilities on existing eligible support infrastructure , a decision must be made within 90 days, while other facilities have a 150-day deadline. These timeframes apply collectively to all necessary proceedings and cannot be tolled by any moratorium. Furthermore, any decision by a franchising authority to deny a complete request must be in writing, supported by substantial evidence, and publicly released. The bill also defines when a request is considered complete, stating it is complete if the requesting party does not receive a written notice of missing information within 10 business days. This aims to streamline the application process and ensure clarity for cable operators. Ultimately, the legislation seeks to balance local control over public rights-of-way with the need for efficient deployment and enhancement of cable services by operators.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-1061
CABLE Expansion Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3330
CABLE Expansion Act
Sep 11, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 11, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-1061
    CABLE Expansion Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3330
    CABLE Expansion Act


  • September 11, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 11, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Julie Fedorchak

Julie Fedorchak

Republican Representative

North Dakota

Energy and Commerce Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted