Broadband's Impact
Oregon Voters Say No to $1,600 Yearly Check
About 80% of voters rejected Universal Basic Income proposal funded by a new corporate tax.
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FCC
GOP House Commerce Chair Wants Agencies to Pump the Brakes After Trump Victory
Republicans have vocally opposed major Biden FCC rulemakings.
Telehealth
Some D.C. Trade Groups Respond to Trump Victory
NRECA, WISPA, and others reveal priorities for Trump’s second term.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on November 27, 2024 – Next Steps on Digital Equity Projects
The NTIA has now approved digital equity plans for several states as part of its broader Digital Equity Act initiative.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on November 20, 2024 – What Happens to Homework and Wi-Fi Hot Spots?
Join us as our expert panel explores the potential impacts and challenges of the FCC’s off-premise Wi-Fi funding.
BEAD
N.D. Broadband Leader Sees ‘Business As Usual’ for BEAD Under Trump
State broadband official expects only incremental changes under the new administration.
USF
Cruz Wins Texas: Likely Senate Commerce Chair Supports Appropriations for USF
The GOP is not entirely in agreement on the issue, with some wanting to tap big tech revenue instead.
UK
World Leaders, But Not D.C. Trade Groups, Rush to Congratulate Trump
Seems some D.C. trade groups needed extra time to assess impact of Tuesday’s vote.
Election 2024
Trump Wins the White House in Political Comeback
The victory validates his bare-knuckle approach to politics. The results cap a historically tumultuous and competitive election season.
Wisconsin
Why AP Called Wisconsin and the White House for Donald Trump
The AP declared Trump the winner of Wisconsin’s 10 electoral votes at 5:34 a.m. ET. Trump had already won Pennsylvania.
Earnings
Frontier Adds 108,000 Fiber Subs in Q3
Frontier shareholders are set to vote on Verizon's bid to buy the company next week.
Education
SHLB: FCC Should Not Cap Wi-Fi Hotspot Lending Periods
Schools and libraries should be able to style their lending practices, coalition says
Digital Inclusion
ISPs Fear Other States Following NY on Affordable Broadband Act
Industry groups are asking the Supreme Court to strike down the law.
Infrastructure
Altice USA Wants FCC to Address Utility Delays in Pole Attachments
Utilities have not complied with FCC rules requiring updated lists of approved third-party contractors for pole work, broadband ISP said.
Sixth Circuit
If Elected, Harris Could Double Down on Broadband Regulation
A Harris White House would increase regulation of broadband ISPs, Free State analysts say.
Energy
Amazon’s Bid for Nuclear Energy Rejected by Regulators
Online giant wants nuclear power to keep data centers running amid AI processing demands.
