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We are more than halfway done with the 2021 legislative session and there is a lot of good news for families and businesses here in the 10th District.

Here is a quick look at major bills that have passed the House and will make a meaningful difference if they get signed into law.

Broadband and technology access

The covid pandemic has shown the weaknesses in our state’s broadband infrastructure, especially in rural areas like our communities. Fast and reliable internet is no longer a luxury. It is a necessity, just like electricity and running water.

House Bill 1336 is a major reform th...