NRS 711.630: Authority to provide telecommunication service; requirements; limitations on power of local governments regarding telecommunication and interactive computer service.

1. A video service provider may provide telecommunication service pursuant to chapter 704 of NRS and the regulations approved by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada for telecommunication providers.

2. A video service provider shall obtain a certificate of public convenience and necessity pursuant to NRS 704.330 before providing any telecommunication service that is subject to regulation by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada.

3. A local government shall not require a video service provider to obtain a franchise from the local government to provide:

(a) Telecommunication service; or

(b) Interactive computer service,

Ê if the video service provider uses its own video service network within the jurisdiction of the local government to provide such service.