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Letter to the Editor: Older Adults Technology Services

February 21, 2023
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Editor,

According to a study by Older Adults Technology Services (OATS), 42% of older adults lack access to the internet, which often translates to less access to information regarding healthcare and community services, social connections and financial management resources. Additionally, a social survey conducted by WVU in 2020 found that the lowest rate of internet access was among those 60 and older, with access dropping even more substantially after age 80. While cost has been pinpointed as a major factor in this matter due to the low and fixed incomes of those receiving social security, this session Delegate Danielle Walker introduced HB 2085, which would reduce the cost of broadband by 20 percent for low income and elderly individuals. Unfortunately, although this bill was introduced to the House of Delegates and moved to the house committee on Technology and Infrastructure, the chair of the committee, Delegate Linville has repeatedly chosen not to place the bill on the committee agenda. In addition to HB 2085, there are several other bills expanding broadband accessibility including HB 2599, which proposes the creation of “the utility pole rights of way and easement mapping initiative,” and SB 246 relating to membership of the Broadband Enhancement Council. Delegate John Paul Hott represents Tucker County and Delegate Linville is responsible for moving HB 2085 forward. They can be reached at the emails and phone numbers listed below. John Paul Hott – johnpaul.hott@wvhouse.gov /(304) 340-3399 Daniel Linville: daniel.linville@wvhouse.gov / (304) 340-3324 Let them know that your access to broadband should be a priority

Veronica.Witikko

Morgantown, WV 26505

 

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