USF

FCC Chair Opposes Including Broadband Providers in Universal Service Fund

Including broadband providers in the USF would likely cost consumers more, Rosenworcel said.

People

Broadband People: FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez Appoints Key Staff

Deena Shetler is chief of staff, Edyael Casaperalta will cover wireless, and Hayley Steffen will cover wireline.

Robocall

FCC to Vote on Emergency Alerts, Space Stations, Robocalls and Microphones

The commission is set to consider robocall rules, emergency alerts.

Funding

Oklahoma Broadband Office Greenlights 142 Projects Worth $374 Million

The broadband programs were selected from a list curated by the Oklahoma Broadband Office.

USF

Universal Service Administrative Company Updates Connect America Fund Map

Providers reported progress on rebuilding and expanding networks in Puerto Rico.

Los Angeles Passes Resolution Banning Digital Redlining by ISPs

The city council unanimously voted to address concerns about digital discrimination and formulate new anti-discriminatory policies.

Expert Opinion

Eric Bathras: The Lesson from BTOP is De-risking Vendor Supply Chains

Broadband infrastructure projects need to exemplify innovation in management of procurement processes.

Affordable Connectivity Cutoff Notices Spark Effort to Save Program and Preserve Access

The first of a series of deadlines on Thursday signaled the onset of cutoff notices.

IIJA

President Biden Touts Broadband Expansion Efforts in Wisconsin Visit

Broadband was part of the reelection campaign's emphasis on infrastructure.

FCC

FCC Adopts Rules on 911 Routing, Disaster Reporting at January Meeting

The agency also clarified space debris mitigation rules and moved to fine pirate radio stations.

E-Rate

Comments on E-Rate Modernization Call for Wired Connectivity Solutions

Schools, groups want more out of E-Rate.

Washington State Looking to Start BEAD Challenge Process in April

The state is still waiting on a green light from the NTIA, but expects approval 'very soon.'

AI

Senators: New Agency Needed to Oversee Big Tech and AI

The senators cite social media harms on children's mental health, and potential harms from AI.

Expert Opinion

Emily Drabinski: Will Congress Keep Its Broadband Promise?

Or will it cut the cord for millions of Americans?

Chamber of Commerce Asks Fifth Circuit to Vacate Digital Discrimination Rules

The group has argued the rules go beyond the FCC's authority under the Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act.

Community Broadband

Pennsylvania Broadband Authority Sees No Conflict in State Preemption Law and BEAD Rules

State broadband authority modified its BEAD plan after public feedback cast doubt on the its ability to override state law.