Funding
NTIA Issues Clarifying Policy Notice on BEAD Uniform Guidance
The agency is adjusting the federal government’s grant rules for the program.
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.
Funding
All 56 States and Territories Submit BEAD Initial Proposals
The NTIA confirmed it received all plans for the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program by the December 27 deadline.
12 Days of Broadband
12 Days: For State Broadband Offices, 2023 Was All About BEAD
All 56 states and territories have released for comment their Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment proposals.
12 Days of Broadband
12 Days: Broadband Mapping Efforts Ramped up in 2023
FCC staff processed 4.8 million challenges to coverage data and 1.5 million challenges to location data.
12 Days of Broadband
12 Days: Pole Attachment Changes in 2023 Set Stage for BEAD Implementation
Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said the FCC's recent move was an effort to ease friction for BEAD deployments.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on January 10, 2024 – Live from Las Vegas at CES 2024
Tune in for Broadband Breakfast Live Online from CES 2024 in Las Vegas.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi and 5G Industries Pleased with WRC Outcomes
The conference tapped the 6 GHz band for mobile networks, but left the door open for unlicensed use.
NTIA
NTIA Advisory Committee Endorses Improvements to Citizens Broadband Radio Service
Stakeholders widely agreed the framework is effective, the committee said.
Robocall
FCC Issues Cease and Desist Order on Robocalls
Two companies will have 48 hours to mitigate the potentially illegal traffic.
Spectrum
President Biden Signs Law Giving FCC Limited Authority Over Spectrum Licenses
Under the 5G SALE Act, the FCC will be able to issue 8,000 licenses purchased before its spectrum auction authority expired in March.
Funding
South Carolina Announces $112 Million in Capital Project Funds Grants
The 17 projects are slated to get broadband to more than 16,000 homes and businesses.
Funding
House Republicans Accuse NTIA of Violating Rate Regulation Rules of Infrastructure Act
Approving state BEAD plans that mandate affordable prices violates the law, they said.
Broadband's Impact
Republican Lawmakers Criticize ACP as 'Wasteful' in Letter to FCC Chairwoman
The internet subsidy for low-income households is set to dry up without Congressional action.
Funding
Kansas Begins BEAD Challenge Process
The state is processing claims of incorrect broadband data ahead of funding infrastructure with its $451 million allocation.
USF
Eleventh Circuit Rules in Favor of USF Constitutionality
The Fifth Circuit is rehearing a similar case filed by the same conservative nonprofit.
Funding
In a First, Louisiana Receives NTIA Approval of Both BEAD Initial Proposals
Louisiana is taking a major step’ forward on internet access, said Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.
