Infrastructure
Comcast Business Plans to Increase Speeds, Offer Symmetrical Service
The enhanced service will allow for speeds operating three times faster than the current national averages, Comcast said.
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Energy and Commerce
House Reauthorizes National Telecommunications and Information Administration
The Senate Commerce Committee also postponed, for a second time, a markup session with short-term funding for ACP.
FCC
FCC Chairwoman Proposes New Measures to Enhance Internet Security
The proposal would require broadband providers to report to the FCC on their efforts to implement industry standards.
Rural
RiverStreet Seeks FCC Approval to Transfer Unbuilt CAF II Locations
RiverStreet is seeking to divest 3,757 locations that were to receive about $8.1 million in annual CAF II broadband deployment support.
Senate Appropriations
Commerce Secretary Defends BEAD Low-Cost Plans Amid Senate Scrutiny
Senators raised concerns about authority to require BEAD ISPs to offer low-cost internet plans.
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Gets BEAD Volume 2 Approval
This brings the total number of approvals to seven states, plus the District of Columbia
SpaceX
Satellite Providers Express Optimism, Concern About New Space Framework
Satellite providers and FCC officials came together to share their plans in the wake of SCS approval.
Affordability
House Republicans Again Take Issue with BEAD Affordability Regs
The NTIA head defended its policy of ensuring a low-cost option.
Infrastructure
FiberLight Announces New Fiber Expansion In Virginia
The company also plans on expanding through a route between Dallas and Central Mexico.
Broadband Live
On Juneteenth, National Digital Equity Bible Study
This event will occur at the Greater Grace: Temple of David in Detroit, Michigan, and streamed online via Zoom.
House
House Delays Vote on NTIA Reauthorization Act
The House postponed voting on the NTIA Reauthorization Act on Tuesday.
OTI
Group Points To A Few Early Problems With Broadband Labels
Open Technology Institute thinks the FCC needs to address problems with ISP labels to ensure the intent of the mandate is being honored.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on June 12, 2024 – Digital Inclusion and Smart Cities
The smart cities dream hinges on ensuring universal internet access for all residents
Enforcement Bureau
FCC Removes Two Providers from ACP or Successor Program
The agency also began the process of banning a third ISP from the program.
Infrastructure
California Gov. Gavin Newsom Proposes $2 Billion Cut In Broadband Projects
The proposal would represent a setback to the state's broadband ambitions.
ACP
Janet Yellen Calls on Congress to Renew ACP During Virginia Trip
'ACP is now at risk,' said Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, and 'we know how crucial the internet is.'
