USF
Conservative Groups Oppose Broadband Taxes on ISPs, Agreeing with Rosenworcel
USF fees could increase monthly bills by more than $17
Broadband's Impact
Senators Urge Tech Giants to Address Election Disinformation
Tech CEOs must submit plans by Oct. 1 to address AI election disinformation.
AI
Democratic Senators Urge FCC to Pass AI Political Ads Proposal
FCC Chief Jessica Rosenworcel touted the plan at a tech policy summit Wednesday.
House Bill Would Provide ACP with $6 Billion in New Money
Hoping to revive the Affordable Connectivity Program, two House members introduce a new funding bill.
Chevron Doctrine
Senate Republicans, Democrats Split over Chevron Doctrine
'After years of confusion and uncertainty, the Supreme Court overruled Chevron, restoring integrity, transparency, and constitutional adherence to the federal judiciary,' Crapo said.
permitting reform
Senate Bill Aims to Streamline Broadband Permitting on Federal Lands
The act aims to accelerate the review process for broadband permits issued by federal agencies.
marsha blackburn
Senate Committee to Vote on Array of AI Bills
One Senate AI bill that would criminalize the publication of non-consensual AI-generated intimate content is set for Senate committee vote on Wednesday.
FCC
Senate Panel to Mark Up Broadband, Artificial Intelligence Bills
The GAO found that federal broadband efforts were 'fragmented and overlapping, with more than 133 funding programs administered by 15 agencies.'
Chevron Doctrine
Senate Democrats Offer Bill to Restore Chevron Doctrine
'The Supreme Court’s overturning of Chevron undermines our government’s ability to promote worker safety, ensure clean air and water, and protect consumers,' said Sen. Warren.
FCC
Congress Pushes for National Broadband Strategy With NTIA Reauthorization Act
The Act requires the NTIA to harmonize more than 100 federal initiatives to expand high-speed internet. It also increases reporting and oversight requirements.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Comcast
The Battle Over the Future of USF Funding Rages On
INCOMPAS and CCIA side with Affordable Broadband Campaign, and against Rosenworcel, on simmering battle over USF.
defense
Senators Disagree on Spectrum Auction Proceeds
Democratic lawmakers supported using proceeds to fund the Affordable Connectivity Program.
