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Supreme Court Faces Internet Providers Over Affordable Broadband Law

1/28/2025

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Internet providers are urging the Supreme Court to rethink New York's Affordable Broadband Act, claiming it disrupts their business and led to AT&T pulling its 5G service. In response, New York's Attorney General champions the law as vital for safeguarding low-income families. The Supreme Court, however, seldom entertains such requests.

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Story summary

Internet providers are urging the Supreme Court to rethink New York's Affordable Broadband Act, claiming it disrupts their business and led to AT&T pulling its 5G service. In response, New York's Attorney General champions the law as vital for safeguarding low-income families. The Supreme Court, however, seldom entertains such requests.