A bill designed to aid competitive video providers in North Carolina has actually deregulated many incumbent operators, while no new competitors have applied to serve the state, according to data compiled by a municipal consultant.

Not seeking a franchise yet: AT&T, strongest backer of the North Carolina Video Service Competition Act, which took effect Jan. 1, 2007.

Instead, the secretary of state has awarded 111 franchises, including ones to Time Warner Cable, Cebridge Communications and Charter Communications.

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