The purpose of this Chapter is to implement the provisions of the Advanced Technology Infrastructure Act contained in 35-A M.R.S., Chapter 93. This Chapter describes the operation of the ConnectMaine Authority.
As stated in 35-A M.R.S. §9204-A, duties of the Authority include:
1. Establish criteria defining unserved and underserved areas;2. Promote use of broadband service;3. Support local and regional broadband planning;4. Support broadband investment;5. Facilitate state support of deployment of broadband infrastructure;6. Collect and disseminate information; and 7. Administer funds.99-639 C.M.R. ch. 101, § 1