FCC
USAC Reports Little Change in Q3 Funding Projections
Consumers’ Research raises renewed legal objections.
Georgina Mackie
Georgina Mackie studied Philosophy at Trinity College Dublin and the University of California, Los Angeles. Her interests include gatekeeping in news coverage and the impact of AI on the news ecosystem.
BEAD
Senators Release Details of BEAD Permitting Bill
The proposal would require NTIA to publicly track broadband deployment progress
Rural
USDA Accepts Telehealth, Distance Learning Grant Applications
Approximately $27 million in federal grants were made available.
AI
Education Department Finalizes AI Priorities
Schools and higher education institutions encouraged to expand AI instruction and coursework.
AI
Connecticut Passes Bipartisan AI Regulation Bill
Measure addresses AI’s impact on workers, children, and consumers.
Public Safety
Jury Awards $18.2M in Tower Death Case, Recovery Uncertain
Bankrupt contractors and limited insurance could leave most of the award unpaid.
FCC
FCC Lifeline Proposal Could Cut Off Eligible Users, Stakeholders Warn
Most commenters support anti-fraud goals but warn rules could exclude eligible users.
Funding
Mamdani Announces $2 Million to Expand Free Broadband Access
Program will reach more than 700 NYC households this summer and thousands more over two years.
John Thune
Bill to Increase Oversight of BEAD Broadband Grants Filed
The legislation would place new responsibilities on the Commerce Department.
Glenn Youngkin
VATI Program Drives Broadband Expansion in Virginia
State initiative has delivered broadband to more than 221,500 locations to date.
Infrastructure
U.S. Must Improve Response to Subsea Cable Sabotage, Lawmakers Warn
Officials call for stronger sanctions and improved monitoring for undersea infrastructure.
mergers
Zayo Completes Crown Castle Fiber Acquisition
The $8.5 billion deal expands Zayo’s network by 90,000 route miles.
Broadband Serviceable Location Fabric
FCC Proposes to Streamline Broadband Data Collection
Rural providers warn accuracy issues remain as agency moves to simplify system.
Wireless
Wireless Prices Fall as Inflation Rises, CTIA Finds
CTIA’s wireless affordability tracker shows faster speeds and lower data costs.
Data Center
Seattle Considers 365-Day Data Center Moratorium
Rising power demand and public pressure push city councilmembers to consider a pause.
Third Way
Bill Introduced to Expand Enrollment of Lifeline Program
State grants would support program outreach and enrollment.
