ACP

FCC

No Funding for ACP, Rip-and-Replace in FCC’s FY25 Budget Request

Many budget priorities hinge on Congress reinstating the commission's spectrum auction authority.

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.

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.'

USF

Senate Commerce Committee Set to Vote on Short-Term ACP Funding

The Spectrum and National Security Act would infuse the program with $7 billion.

Rural

In California, Rural Providers Lay Out Broadband Obstacles to House Lawmakers

More that needs to be done for rural Americans, the California-based providers argued.

JD Vance

Senate Passes FAA Reauthorization Without ACP Amendment

Lawmakers had hoped to use the bill as a vehicle for securing funding for the program.

FCC

FCC Urges Supreme Court Not to Review USF Challenges

A conservative nonprofit argued the Fifth Circuit is likely to create conflicting precedent.

JD Vance

Senators Propose FAA Reauthorization Amendment to Fund ACP

The last of the low-income internet subsidy's cash is set to run out this month.

IIJA

NTIA to Release Guidelines for Alternative Broadband Technologies Under BEAD

The NTIA aims to influence the use of alternative technologies to fiber optics and streamline permitting processes with new guidelines.

Second Circuit

Federal Inaction on ACP Spurs State-led Broadband Subsidies

As federal ACP support wanes, state broadband subsidy solutions in New York, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia offer innovative solutions to maintain connectivity.

Charter

WOW! Changes Stem Broadband Subscriber Defections

In Q1, 'we exceeding our expectations' and are making substantial improvements in stabilizing subscribers, said WOW! CEO Teresa Elder.

JD Vance

GOP Leaders Remain Skeptical Amid Push for ACP Funding

Sen. Ben Ray Luján signaled his USF working group is looking to fold ACP into the fund.

FCC

Fetterman Introduces Long-Term Universal Service Funding Bill

As full funding for Affordable Connectivity Program expires, FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel issues letter to lawmakers.

ACP

Supporters Rally for Affordable Internet Access through ACP

A U.S. senator, FCC commissioners, and a White House official rallied alongside public interest and industry groups for the subsidy program.

Digital Inclusion

Small Vermont ISP Pledges to Fully Fund ACP in May

ECFiber, a small ISP in Vermont, has heeded the call of the lawmakers to fund the Affordable Connectivity Program out of their own pockets.

Rural

Cantwell Ups ACP Money in Updated Draft Spectrum Auction Bill

The proposal would provide $7 billion for the ACP, an increase from the discussion draft.