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Adds a new section GS 62-30.1 authorizing the state Utilities Commission to, upon petition, designate a petitioning provider or reseller of mobile radio communications services that are equipped with “Lifeline” service to be eligible telecommunications carriers for federal universal service funds under federal regulatory law (47 CFR 54.201). Provides that such authority does not otherwise confer regulatory jurisdiction. Authorizes the state Utilities Commission to adopt related rules.