Net Neutrality
Democratic Lawmakers Show Support for FCC Title II Proposal
The agency is set to vote on the measure next week.
Net Neutrality
The agency is set to vote on the measure next week.
Broadband Mapping and Data
Commenters noted that the fabric is iterative, and changes to the data could cause confusion.
Broadband's Impact
Seven trade groups urged lawmakers to pass the Broadband Grant Tax Treatment Act.
Universal Service
A coalition of telecom associations are urging Congress to appropriate money to fund the Rip and Replace program.
Broadband's Impact
Trade groups argue their members are too small to engage in anti-competitive behavior.
Universal Service
The FCC’s challenge process is insufficient to allocate Enhanced ACAM funds, the Rural Broadband Association said.
NTCA is concerned federal broadband funding in tribal areas may not be enough for long-term support.
Fiber
Fiber networks have a unique capacity to keep broadband prices low for low-income communities, proponents say.
Rural
Rural communities vary in broadband needs, making community engagement essential for breaching the digital divide.
Infrastructure
Alan Davidson urges the importance of state activity in deploying broadband funds.
Broadband Data
Advocates say strict compliance requirements may economically harm small providers.
Funding
The playbook was discussed in a webinar Friday afternoon.
Amid internet blackouts in Ukraine, Starlink is providing internet to keep Ukrainians connected during the invasion.
Universal Service
Expanding the number of internet providers eligible to contribute to the fund may decrease costs for telecommunications providers and consumers.
Funding
The Fiber Broadband Association and the NTCA Rural Broadband Association said it will release the book before May 2022.
Broadband Mapping & Data
Partnerships for broadband need to emphasize community engagement to improve connectivity