House Sponsors: CROSS-DART. Short description: TELECOM-CONSUMER CHOICE Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Creates the Tenant Telecommunication Freedom Act. Prohibits leases between landlords and tenants from containing provisions that restrict a tenant's choice of telecommunications carrier. Amends the Plat Act to provide that any portion of platted premises that is designated as a way or easement for public service facilities, utility facilities, or community antenna television services shall be deemed an easement granted to every provider of utility services authorized to provide services. Effective immediately. HOUSE AMENDMENT NO. 1. Adds reference to: 220 ILCS 5/10-108 from Ch. 111 2/3, par. 10-108 Prohibits a landlord from unreasonably restricting access to a building for purposes of making telecommunications services available. Authorizes the Commerce Commission to act upon complaints regarding violations of the Act. Effective immediately. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 1 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status