House Sponsors: SCHOENBERG. Short description: INTERNET ACCESS ENHANCEMENT Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Creates the Internet Access Enhancement Act. Requires a high-speed broadband Internet access transport provider who is also a cable operator or affiliate of a high-speed broadband Internet access transport provider who is also a cable operator to provide to any requesting Internet service provider access to its high-speed broadband Internet access transport services on rates, terms, and conditions that are at least as favorable as those on which it provides access to itself, its affiliate, or any other person. Provides that the Attorney General may bring an action to enforce the Act. Allows a private right of action to aggrieved parties. Preempts home rule. Effective January 1, 2002. FISCAL NOTE (Illinois Commerce Commission) The Illinois Commerce Commission estimates no fiscal impact on State revenues from HB138. HOME RULE NOTE (Department of Commerce and Community Affairs) HB 138 contains language which is a denial and limitation of home rule powers and functions. Therefore, in the opinion of DCCA, HB 138 preempts home rule authority. FISCAL NOTE (Department of Central Management Services) There is no fiscal impact on this Department. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: JAN-07-2003 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status