Expert Opinion
Johnny Kampis: The Impracticality of Widescale Fiber Broadband in Alaska
The USDA spent $34.91 million on fiber to reach 28 customers in two remote Alaska villages, topping $2 million per passing, the author says
Johnny Kampis
Johnny Kampis is director of telecom policy for the Taxpayers Protection Alliance.
Expert Opinion
Johnny Kampis: Texas Tells NTIA to Loosen BEAD Barriers to Deployment
Those seeking to eliminate some of the onerous regulations are more likely to bend the ear of the Trump administration.
Expert Opinion
Johnny Kampis: Shot Clock Reforms Will Help Close Digital Divide
Reducing regulatory burdens will be key to ensuring the speedy and efficient growth of broadband.
Expert Opinion
Johnny Kampis: FCC Push To Eliminate Data Caps Could Increase Broadband Rates For Many Users
Usage based billing ensures that those who use the most data pay the most money.
Expert Opinion
Johnny Kampis: Broadband Industry Hopeful to Get Waivers from Biden Administration Protectionist Policies
The Buy America mandate could seriously hamper the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.
Expert Opinion
Johnny Kampis: Federal Bureaucracy an Impediment to Broadband on Tribal Lands
18% of people living on Tribal lands lack broadband access, compared to 4% of residents in non-tribal areas.
Expert Opinion
Johnny Kampis: Wireless Survey Shows 5G’s Role in Closing Digital Divide
5G has experienced a quantum leap in growth since it first began rolling out in 2018.
Expert Opinion
Johnny Kampis: Democrats Needlessly Push Another Round of Net Neutrality Legislation
The Net Neutrality and Broadband Justice Act may harm the ability of broadband infrastructure to grow.
Infrastructure
Johnny Kampis: New ISP Taxes Will Not Help America Build Back Better
Increasing taxes on internet service providers would be counterproductive in the quest to close the digital divide.
