Rule 413-9-1-.02 - Definitions(1)'Broadband services' means a wired or wireless terrestrial service that consists of the capability to transmit at a rate of not less than 25 megabits per second in the downstream direction and at least 3 megabits per second in the upstream direction to end users and in combination with such service provides: (A) Access to the Internet; or (B) Computer processing, information storage, or protocol conversion.(2)'Eligible expenses' means capital expenses and other expenses directly related to the purchase or lease of property or communications services or facilities, including without limitation backhaul and transport, to facilitate the provision of broadband services.(3)'Location'means any residence, dwelling, home, business, or building.(4)'Qualified broadband provider' means an entity that is authorized to apply for or that obtains a certificate of authority issued pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 46-5-163 that: (A) (i) Has, directly or indirectly, been providing broadband services to at least 1,000 locations; and (ii) Has been conducting business in the state for at least three years with a demonstrated financial, technical, and operational capability to operate a broadband services network; or(B) Is able to demonstrate financial, technical, and operational capability to operate a broadband services network.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 413-9-1-.02
O.C.G.A. § 50-34-1 et seq.
Original Grant Description entitled "Definitions" submitted June 27, 2019.