Bill to Address National Security Threats, Reactions to Sohn Withdrawal, Need for 5G Spectrum
The new legislation would give the Commerce Department the power to identify and intercept national security threats.
The Federal Communications Commission is the regulator of telecommunications, television, wireless, cable, satellite and radio-frequency spectrum in in the United States.
The new legislation would give the Commerce Department the power to identify and intercept national security threats.
Legislation to be considered include revealing Chinese backers of apps and getting investment for semiconductor manufacturers.
FCC
Sohn was first nominated in October 2021.
Funding
The Affordable Connectivity Program running out of money could potentially put smaller providers in a difficult spot.
Broadband Mapping and Data
AT&T suggested the FCC look into relieving USF by considering other public funding in ACAM areas.
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The group also recommended a more streamlined complaint process for digital discrimination issues.
Without investments in digital adoption, investments in infrastructure won’t close the digital divide, say advocates.
Digital Inclusion
National Telecommunications and Information Administration is seeking comment on how to structure the programs.
Lawmakers from both parties highlighted concerns about targeted advertising practices.
A bill that would extend the auction authority of the FCC passed the House.
FCC
The proposal would allow space providers to get authorization to use licensed mobile spectrum to cover dead zones.
Broadband Mapping & Data
The day the music stopped for rural America with the release of FCC’s “new” map.
Digital Inclusion
FCC laws should not include unintentional acts of discrimination, say industry voices.
The FCC will vote on call rates of incarcerated people at its next open meeting next month.
Cybersecurity
Verizon, AT&T and Lumen warned about prescriptive rules that could diminish security.
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Tribal leaders and citizens must gather data ‘on a scale large enough to ensure that Tribal nations receive’ funding.