South Carolina’s Innovative Broadband Maps Verifies ISPs’ Internet Speeds
South Carolina performs mapping audits to hold ISPs accountable for coverage claims.

South Carolina performs mapping audits to hold ISPs accountable for coverage claims.
WASHINGTON, May 21, 2023 – South Carolina’s innovative state broadband map can accurately identify areas of over-reporting by internet service providers, the director of the state’s broadband office said in a Friday Ask Me Anything! session in the broadband community.
State seeks shot clock for federal reviews and greater trust in state-led broadband plans.
The Federal Communications Commission is seeking comment on the proposal.
The efforts are not termed ‘investigations,’ but - signed only by Democrats - demand answers from Carr.
Regional ISP urged regulators to adopt reforms modeled on federal rules.