Infrastructure
Connecting America: Are We There Yet in Broadband Deployment?
America's journey towards universal broadband access has so far been hampered by geography, infrastructure, and funding.
BEAD
The Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program is a $42.45 billion initiative administered by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the U.S. Commerce Department. Established by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, BEAD aims to expand high-speed Internet access by funding planning, infrastructure deployment and adoption programs.
Howard Lutnick
Cruz, Cantwell Still at Odds on AI Moratorium and BEAD Funding
Cantwell said a new amendment could still condition all $42.45 billion on complying, which Cruz continued to deny.
Broadband Communities
BEAD Panel Urges ISPs Not to Panic Under New Rules
Providers must navigate compressed timelines, shifting rules, and new definitions of ‘priority’ broadband.
ACLP
Study Finds that BEAD May Cost Billions Less than Expected
Eligible BEAD locations may have declined 65 percent in two years.
Broadband Mapping and Data
Bringing Ookla Speed Test Data to Bear on BEAD Program
To help state officials assess new entrants within a short time span, Ookla brings historical performance data to the table.
Commerce
Paul Dabbar Confirmed as Deputy Secretary of Commerce
'It is absolutely ridiculous that the secretary can just decide I like this or don’t like that,' said Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nev. 'He has no right to rescind our money.'
Expert Opinion
Tom Stroup: Under New BEAD Reforms, Satellite Connectivity Deserves Equal Consideration
Misleading characterization of satellite broadband as inferior threaten to waste taxpayer dollars and delay universal connectivity
BEAD
More Than 40 Lawmakers Urge Lutnick to Reverse New BEAD Guidance
'We fear this opportunity would be squandered by the restructuring notice,' the lawmakers wrote.
Broadband Communities
Texas Asks Feds for More Time to Meet BEAD Deadline
The state hopes to push its BEAD deadline back by more than two months to November 21.
Howard Lutnick
States Could Still Use Statute to Favor Fiber for BEAD: Experts
The 2021 infrastructure law defines priority projects as those able to easily scale speeds over time.
Briefs
Jeffrey Lopez Appointed as New Mexico Broadband Director
Former senior policy advisor to Sen. Ben Ray Luján steps into state role at critical time
Broadband Communities
Advocates: Fine Print in New BEAD Notice Favors Satellite Providers
Officials say LEO providers could skirt performance benchmarks others must meet in half the time.
BEAD
Non-Deployment BEAD Funds In Jeopardy, State Officials Say
BEAD’s recent policy notice narrowed qualifications for funding opportunities.
SpaceX
Starlink Imposes $750 Surcharge on New Customers in Major Northwestern U.S. Cities
Residents in some parts of at least seven states hit with additional sign-up fees
BEAD
WISPA Urges NTIA to Stop States’ Unfair BEAD Requirements
Trade association accuses some states of 'unreasonable and unnecessary obstacles'
West Virginia
West Va. Gov. Announces $34.6 Million Grants for Fiber Expansion
Morrisey awards broadband funding to ISPs serving 10 counties
