Across America, localities are embroiled in a push to tax streaming video and broadband services, driven in part by sweeping changes to streaming video services versus traditional cable service. Central to the debate is the burden imposed upon local rights-of-way as part of the physical connection to homes and businesses. Many municipalities contend that broadband and video streaming services should be subject to franchise fees similar to those applied to cable providers. What is the appropriate compensation for use of rights-of-way? What obstacles might cities face in seeking such fees? And what of the public’s need for public, educational and governmental information? Join for a lively debate!

See https://broadbandbreakfast.com/broadband-breakfast-on-october-16-2024-cities-and-taxes-on-video-and-broadband/