FBA
States Deemphasize Local and Rural Focus After BEAD Restructuring, Report Finds
Kaptivate analysis finds some states’ references to rural America dropped 80 to 100 percent
Jericho Casper
Assistant Editor Jericho Casper graduated from University of Virginia studying telecommunications policy. She previously served as a research assistant examining state laws that restrict local governments from owning or operating broadband networks.
Public Safety
More Lawmakers Call for Terrestrial GPS Backup
Four Republicans warn FCC to proceed with caution as it explores GPS alternatives
Democracy
Is the FCC an Independent Agency? Legal Experts Say Yes
Experts dispute FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's denial of agency independence
Spectrum
FCC Must Prioritize Public Interest in Future Spectrum Auctions, Senators Say
Sen. Schumer and colleagues push FCC to put consumer protections first in upcoming allocations
Free Speech
Senators Press FCC Chair for First Time Since Kimmel Controversy
Senators confront Carr on broadcast influence, consolidation, and FCC independence
Spectrum
FCC Told to Deny or Condition EchoStar Waivers Tied to SpaceX Spectrum Transfer
Petitioners warn waivers may undermine terrestrial buildout requirements and strand spectrum
Public Safety
House Lawmakers Push for Upgraded 911 Networks
Bills propose federal grants for next-gen 911, enhanced satellite alerts, and improved FCC reporting
Free Speech
FCC Chairman Faces Scrutiny Ahead of Wednesday Senate Oversight Hearing
Groups call on senators to probe Brendan Carr’s use of public interest and news distortion policies
Digital Inclusion
FCC’s Order Raising Inmate Call Rates Faces Federal Court Appeals
Prison advocacy group asks Third Circuit to overturn rate changes
permitting
FCC Expedites Comcast Pole Attachment Dispute Against Appalachian Power
Comcast says utility’s policy could delay construction to roughly 13,000 Virginia locations.
Social Media
House Panel Advances 18-Bill Kids’ Online Safety Package
Democrats warn the proposals would override stronger state privacy laws.
Public Safety
Rep. Fulcher Presses FCC to Move Faster on GPS Backup
New filings deepen debate over terrestrial GPS alternatives.
International
Trusty: U.S. Must Keep Up With International Telecom Trends
Nations like Brazil and India were moving quickly to modernize telecom rules, Trusty said
AI
Trump’s AI Executive Order Triggers Concern
Lawmakers object to plan that could let White House sue states over AI laws
BEAD
164 State Lawmakers Urge Release of Billions in Obligated BEAD Funds
Withholding more than $20 billion in funds defies Congress’s mandate, lawmakers warn.
FCC
FCC Rejects Wireless Providers Bid for Extra Lifeline Payments
Commission ends four year dispute over when a pandemic waiver ended.
