Senate Sponsors: KARPIEL. 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. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: JAN-07-2003 Location: Senate Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status