Telecom Companies Face Competition From Municipalities

"The companies argue that municipalities offering telecom services have an unfair advantage because they can use interest-free tax dollars and tax-exempt bonds to finance their networks, and do not face the same regulatory burdens.

City officials and consumer advocates counter that the goal of municipal telecom projects is to empower lower-income residents, attract new employers, and give existing businesses a reason to stay."

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