IRA
Rural Leaders See Their Hospitals Closing Without Robust Broadband
The Biden administration's broadband initiatives were described as crucial for saving rural hospitals.
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FCC
Cable, 5G Operators Disagree on Spectrum Sharing Ahead of World Radio Conference
The FCC asked for input as it works to prepare the U.S.'s positions.
Expert Opinion
The NTIA Must Not Allow BEAD to Fall Victim to Past Mistakes
The government has a terrible habit of repeating mistakes.
FCC
Rosenworcel Confident FCC Rules Will Survive in Court
GOP lawmakers sought answers from the FCC in the wake of the Supreme Court's Loper Bright ruling.
Infrastructure
In Chicago, Democratic Mayors Hail Biden’s Infrastructure Agenda
'If it weren't for these investments, you wouldn't be seeing economic comeback in cities across the country.'
FCC
ISPs, Banks Still Want Looser Financing Rules for FCC Subsidy
Some commenters wanted a lower minimum Weiss rating, but many have pushed for a different standard entirely.
FCC
No Set Timeline for Large Pole Orders: Utilities
Electric companies told the FCC unnecessarily large requests compound a labor shortage.
FCC
Union Leaders Applaud Harris for Historic Broadband Investment and Job Creation
Union leaders lauded the BEAD program's pro-union and workforce protection provisions.
ARPA
In Chicago, Democratic Mayors Urge Action to Preserve Affordable Internet
Mayors nationwide strategized to protect vulnerable communities from losing vital internet access.
NTCA
NTCA CEO: 'Give BEAD a Chance'
The group has told the federal government some rules might keep its members from participating.
Broadband's Impact
Social Media Influencers to Take the Stage at Chicago Convention
Each night of the DNC will feature a speech by at least one influencer.
Sixth Circuit
Key GOP Lawmakers Ask Court to Void FCC’s Net Neutrality Rules
The Chamber of Commerce, a former Republican commissioner, and free-market think tanks also submitted briefs opposing the rules.
Infrastructure
Broadband, CHIPS Act, Green Energy, Other Tech Issues in Democratic Platform
The platform links together investments in broadband infrastructure with policies promoting semiconductors and green energy.
Broadband's Impact
Harris-Walz Announce Largest Digital Ad Buy In Presidential History
The campaign's $200 million digital ad buy reflects the growing influence of streaming and social media in shaping modern elections.
X (Twitter)
At DNC, Experts Sound Alarm on AI's Role in Election Misinformation
Even as deceptive content proliferates, social media companies have sharply downsized their election integrity departments.
BEAD
Louisiana Accepting Applications for BEAD Grants
The first application round will close August 29, with a final second round to follow.
