35-A M.R.S. §9403: State connectivity goals

1. Goals. The goals of the State related to connectivity are that:

A. High-speed connectivity be universally available in the State, including to all residents, businesses and community anchor institutions;

B. There be secure, affordable, reliable, competitive and sustainable forward-looking advanced communications technology infrastructure that can meet current and future needs;

C. All residents, businesses and institutions in the State be able to take full advantage of the economic, health, educational and other opportunities available through connectivity services; and

D. Existing public and private infrastructure be used effectively and efficiently in the public interest to provide advanced communications technology infrastructure in all areas of the State.