Fiber
BITAG Wants States to Consider Non-Fiber for BEAD
The nonprofit said broadband offices should consider cost and deployment time as well.
Jake Neenan
Reporter Jake Neenan, who covers broadband infrastructure and broadband funding, is a recent graduate of the Columbia Journalism School. Previously he reported on state prison conditions in New York.
Digital Inclusion
House Republicans Issue Resolution to Block Digital Discrimination Rules
The mostly ceremonial move drew industry support.
Robocall
Pallone Introduces Bill to Expand FCC Robocall Authorities
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel asked for similar legislation in November.
NTCA
Broadband Industry Groups Push for Tax-Exempt Grants
Seven trade groups urged lawmakers to pass the Broadband Grant Tax Treatment Act.
USF
FCC Chair Opposes Including Broadband Providers in Universal Service Fund
Including broadband providers in the USF would likely cost consumers more, Rosenworcel said.
Robocall
FCC to Vote on Emergency Alerts, Space Stations, Robocalls and Microphones
The commission is set to consider robocall rules, emergency alerts.
USF
Universal Service Administrative Company Updates Connect America Fund Map
Providers reported progress on rebuilding and expanding networks in Puerto Rico.
IIJA
President Biden Touts Broadband Expansion Efforts in Wisconsin Visit
Broadband was part of the reelection campaign's emphasis on infrastructure.
FCC
FCC Adopts Rules on 911 Routing, Disaster Reporting at January Meeting
The agency also clarified space debris mitigation rules and moved to fine pirate radio stations.
Funding
Washington State Looking to Start BEAD Challenge Process in April
The state is still waiting on a green light from the NTIA, but expects approval 'very soon.'
Digital Discrimination
Chamber of Commerce Asks Fifth Circuit to Vacate Digital Discrimination Rules
The group has argued the rules go beyond the FCC's authority under the Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act.
AI
NTIA to Release AI Accountability Report 'This Winter'
The document will suggest policies for auditing AI systems, the agency's top official said.
Tribal
NTIA Extends Tribal Broadband Application Window
Tribal governments can now submit proposals through March 22, 2024, rather than January 23.
Spectrum
Funding and Unified Standards Essential for Open RAN: Experts
Dish is planning to stand up an NTIA-funded testing facility in the next 6 months.
USF
Consumers' Research Asks for Supreme Court Review of Eleventh Circuit USF Ruling
The group thinks the Fifth Circuit is poised to issue a conflicting decision.
Spectrum
CES 2024: NTIA and House Commerce Weigh in on Spectrum Policy
Reinstating FCC auction authority is the 'number one priority' of the Energy and Commerce Committee Chair.
