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More TV Channel Choices for Residents in Wisconsin Border Counties.

This Act grants cable and satellite subscribers in specific Wisconsin counties the option to choose which network station they receive. Instead of being limited to the local market signal (which often originates out-of-state), subscribers can now elect to receive the signal from an in-state station located in an adjacent market. This change provides citizens with better access to state-specific content, such as local news and sports broadcasts.
Key points
Residents in 13 designated Wisconsin counties gain the right to choose an in-state network signal from an adjacent market.
The law mandates cable and satellite providers to offer this choice, overriding previous local market carriage requirements.
The goal is to ensure subscribers in border areas can access programming relevant to their home state, particularly local sports and news.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2857
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2023-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Go Pack Go Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2857.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Residents in 13 designated Wisconsin counties gain the right to choose an in-state network signal from an adjacent market.
  • The law mandates cable and satellite providers to offer this choice, overriding previous local market carriage requirements.
  • The goal is to ensure subscribers in border areas can access programming relevant to their home state, particularly local sports and news.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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