Minnesota · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HF 4978: Various provisions governing cable communications systems modified, and notice requirement for applying to become a cable communications franchise repealed.

In committee Last action April 16, 2026: Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy

Plain-language summary

HF 4978 is a bill introduced in the Minnesota House on April 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Various provisions governing cable communications systems modified, and notice requirement for applying to become a cable communications franchise repealed. Primary sponsor: Mike Freiberg (Democratic-Farmer-Labor). Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mike Freiberg (Democratic-Farmer-Labor).