Conservative Groups Oppose Broadband Taxes on ISPs, Agreeing with Rosenworcel

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2024 – Conservative groups agree with FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel, a Democrat: Now is not the time to force Internet Service Providers to support a major broadband subsidy program

Americans for Tax Reform, led by President Grover Norquist, argued that pushing the Universal Service Fund’s quarterly contribution fee onto ISPs would pass costs onto consumers. The Federal Communications Commission’s USF quarterly contribution rate is sitting at 35.8 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024.

"At a time when everyday Americans continue to struggle with inflation, the last thing consumers need are higher monthly internet bills." The group said in a Wednesday letter to Congress.

Rosenworcel took the same position when the FCC adopted Net Neutrality rule in April.