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Free Sign up Ohio BroadbandVermont, Ohio Networks Prove Municipal Broadband Pays for Itself
A grassroots effort to bring broadband to rural Vermont now boasts more than $1 billion a year in revenue.
Affordable Connectivity Program's End Spurs State-Level Action on Broadband
States are exploring new approaches to maintain broadband affordability for low-income households.
West Virginia Utilities Win Concessions in Broadband Pole Dispute
State task force weakens utility reporting requirements, despite calls for more oversight.
DOGE Loses Ramaswamy, Faces Lawsuit Challenging Its Transparency
Ramaswamy planning to pursue Ohio governor opening
Vice President-elect Vance Resigns from his Senate Seat
Vance, a member of the the Senate Commerce Committee, supported the ACP.
The Year States Stepped Up for Broadband Affordability
States, cities, and private providers led the charge as federal broadband affordability efforts falter.
Ramping Up the BEAD Workforce: 5 Things States, ISPs, and Construction Firms Can Be Doing Now
Every state and territory’s BEAD Initial Proposal includes a workforce readiness plan.
Pew Study Reveals Trends in State Plans to Close Digital Equity Gaps
Availability, affordability, and device access emerged as top barriers to Internet access
Commerce Department to Reduce Intel's Funding on Semiconductors
The California-based tech giant's funding is tied to the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 that Biden has celebrated.
NTIA Approves Digital Equity Funds for Two More States
Ohio to get $23 million and Alaska $5 million
NTIA Approves Initial BEAD Proposals for Alaska, Ohio
Alaska is to receive about $1 billion and Ohio about $793 million
Massachusetts Institute to Celebrate Digital Inclusion Week
Group to host first digital inclusion event on Oct. 9th
What Broadband Leaders Need to Know About Recruiting New Workers
Beyond Teenagers: In addition to teenagers entering the workforce, we also need to serve adults who are ready to upskill.
Exclusive Series: Municipal Broadband and Open Access
More than a third of the 700 communities served by municipal broadband do so with an open access network.
Regulators, States, Private Sector Urge Solution to Child Safety Online
Two federal efforts aimed at protecting children online have stalled as Congress went on a six-week recess without a vote.
Major Broadband Awards Handed Out in California, Ohio
California approved $237 million in grants; Ohio greenlit $94 million.
Advice from Midwest State Broadband Heads on BEAD
Directors talk provider default prevention and fixed wireless technology.
Altafiber Not Sold on BEAD
The company hasn't yet found an area it's excited about, an altafiber executive said.
Communities in Ohio Look for Broadband Technical Assistance
The request for proposals seeks a consultant to help three Ohio counties work on broadband projects.
Rosenworcel Weighs in on Big Tech Regulation
‘It’s a conversation I think we should be having,’ FCC Chairwoman says
Ohio is Accepting BEAD Map Challenges
The challenge process will be open for 21 days.
Vermont to Start BEAD Challenge Process
Four other states are accepting challenges and three more are planning to begin the process soon.
Flush With BEAD Cash, at Least 13 States Make Plans For ‘Nondeployment’ Funds
Several state offices expect to utilize nondeployment funds in conjunction with infrastructure deployment funds for BEAD.
House GOP Uses Oversight Hearing to Criticize FCC Actions
Partisan disputes return to FCC policies after years of a 2-2 split on the commission.
WISPA Urges Members to Engage State Broadband Offices Ahead of BEAD
Advocacy on high-cost thresholds could help fixed wireless providers get BEAD funds.
WISPA Looking to Change Reliable Broadband Definition Under BEAD
The group’s policy heads said they are advocating to include unlicensed wireless.
Some States Confused about Changes to NTIA Model Challenge Process
The new guidelines specify that only subscribers of 100 * 20 Mbps service will have speed tests accepted.
Tom Reid: Accountability in Broadband Maps Necessary for BEAD to Achieve Mission
The sheer magnitude of the overstatements in the FCC’s map makes the challenge process untenable.
FCC Broadband Challenge Data May Be Evaluated Post-Deadline by the Commerce Department
States facing difficulties collecting coverage data may have more time to present challenges.
Broadband Industry Grapples With High Inflation and Acute Workforce Shortage
Between supply chain disruptions and the rising price of goods, the increased costs of fiber deployment could be pushed onto consumers.
Broadband Breakfast on July 6, 2022 – Preparing for IIJA’s Digital Equity Planning Grant Program
New questions arise on the Digital Equity Act following NTIA’s notice of funding released in May.
Sen. Wicker Asks for Broadband Spend Review, Starlink Speeds, WIA and Ohio State Partner on Curriculum
Senator Wicker is asking for a review of how funds set aside for broadband during the pandemic are being used.
How Five States Tackled Broadband Expansion During the Pandemic
Broadband Breakfast revisits what some state legislatures did to narrow broadband gaps.
AT&T Settles Overcharging Complaint, DeSantis Social Media Bill, Ohio Broadband, The Case For Broadband for All
AT&T settles for $1.5 million, DeSantis signs social media law, Ohio broadband fund, and broadband for all.
Libraries Play a Crucial Role in Coronavirus Response, Say Panelists at Route Fifty Webinar
July 14, 2020 — Libraries have a unique opportunity to respond to the coronavirus and are well equipped to assist vulnerable populations, said participants in a Route Fifty webinar Tuesday. Felton Thomas, executive director and CEO of the Cleveland Public Library, said that his library played an imp
Globally, Libraries Are Adapting to the Coronavirus Pandemic and Strategizing for Their Digital Futures
June 2, 2020 — Libraries consistently adapt to serve the essential education needs of surrounding communities, and their reliability and capacity to transform has only been amplified since the spread of COVID-19, said speakers in a panel hosted by Gigabit Libraries Network on Friday. Gigabit Librari
Broadband Roundup: FCC Authorizes More Connect America Funding, NextLink Expands Coverage, Connected Nation in Ohio
The Federal Communications Commission on Wednesday authorized more than $61.8 million in funding over the next decade to expand broadband to nearly 22,000 unserved rural homes and businesses in 14 states. This funding marks the sixth wave of support from last year’s Connect America Fund Phase II auc
Neighborly Takes Lead in Deploying New Business Models for Fiber Networks
BROADBAND BREAKFAST INSIGHT: New business models are coming for fiber to the home deployments across the U.S. On Tuesday, Medina County, Ohio, announced just such a model, together with Neighborly, a company that provides communities with access to capital for broadband projects. The fiber networks
Broadband Deployment Updates from Virginia, Kansas, Ohio and Indiana
BROADBAND BREAKFAST INSIGHT: It is great to see this kind of round-up of an array of broadband activities happening throughout the country. It is a reminder that broadband remains a potent economic development issue throughout the country, if not in Washington. Kudos to Smart and Resilient Cities fo
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How Should the FCC Regulate Broadband? A Roundup of ‘Third Way’ Comments
WASHINGTON July 16, 2010 – After the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision upholding Comcast’s ability to thwart broadband traffic over the peer-to-peer file-sharing software BitTorrent, the Federal Communications Commission was faced with uncertainty in regulating broadband. In order to give the
National Broadband Plan: A Look at Chapter 6 and Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2010 – Chapter Six of the National Broadband Plan tackles one of the most basic issues with broadband expansion by focusing on infrastructure. This chapter deals with the physical act of laying cables and erecting antennae.
Commerce Announces Investments in Washington, Ohio
WASHINGTON, March 2, 2010 – The Commerce Department announced broadband investments in Washington and Ohio this week.
Strickling and Ohio Democrats Poised to Announce Broadband Spending on Low-Income Communities
WASHINGTON, March 1, 2010 – Assistant Secretary Lawrence Strickling, Sen. Sherrod Brown, and Ohio Representatives Dennis Kucinich, Zack Space and Betty Sutton – all Democrats – are scheduled to announce federal spending aimed at bridging the technological divide and increasing economic opportunities
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New Leadership at National Association of Consumer Advocates for Utilities
WASHINGTON, November 19, 2009 – The National Association of State Utility Consumer Advocates announced new leadership, which was elected at the group’s annual meeting from November 15 to 18 in Chicago. Mary Healey of Connecticut was elected president of the organization
ZeroDivide Looks for Broadband Grant Partnerships
WASHINGTON, July 31, 2009 – ZeroDivide, an investor in community enterprises leveraging technology to help underserved communities, is looking for non-profit partners to apply for broadband monies that are part of the national economic stimulus plan.
NARUC Ratchets Up Call for State Involvement in Disbursement of Broadband Stimulus Funds
WASHINGTON, April 2, 2009 – The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners on Thursday ratcheted up their call for greater state involvement in disbursement and use of the $7.2 billion broadband stimulus funds with a letter to top Commerce and Agriculture Department officials.
