[§269-35]  Universal service. 
The commission shall preserve and advance universal service by:



(1)  Maintaining affordable, just, and reasonable
rates for basic residential service;



(2)  Assisting individuals or entities who cannot
afford the cost of or otherwise require assistance in obtaining or maintaining
their basic service or equipment as determined by the commission; and



(3)  Ensuring that consumers are given the information
necessary to make informed choices among the alternative telecommunications
providers and services. [L 1995, c 225, pt of §2]