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John Thune: There are some that have expressed concerns that this bill may have implications beyond the question of determining…

On the recordNovember 13, 1997
There are some that have expressed concerns that this bill may have implications beyond the question of determining eligibility for the universal service fund to questions of jurisdiction between States and tribal entities. Am I correct in understanding that nothing in this bill is intended to expand or restrict the existing jurisdiction of State commissions over any common carrier or provider in any particular situation?
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John Thune
Republican · South Dakota

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Questioning the implications of a bill on state and tribal jurisdiction during a discussion on universal service funding.

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