Digital Inclusion
Cruz to Introduce CRA Resolution Targeting FCC’s E-Rate Rule
Part of a 'lengthy list' of Biden-era rules Republicans plan to overturn using CRA.
Energy and Commerce
AOC Will Not Have a Seat on House Communications Panel
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was chosen for Subcommittees on Energy, Health, and Oversight.
Energy and Commerce
AOC Appointed to House Energy and Commerce Committee
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and six other Democrats welcomed to the committee
Congress
Vice President-elect Vance Resigns from his Senate Seat
Vance, a member of the the Senate Commerce Committee, supported the ACP.
Congress
Senate GOP Ratifies Cruz as Commerce Chairman
Expanding commercial access to spectrum is high on the agenda, Texas lawmaker says.
Homeland Security Department
Sen. Ernst Introduces Bill to Relocate Executive Agency Employees
FCC does not seem to be affected by the bill.
Broadband's Impact
Thune Hands Cruz Chairman’s Gavel at Senate Commerce Committee
Cruz's agenda includes expanding private sector spectrum access to drive investment and job creation.
Congress
Rep. Hudson to Chair House Communications and Technology Subcommittee
Hudson pledged a 'commonsense approach' under his leadership as head of the subcommittee.
12 Days of Broadband
A Year of Challenges for the Universal Service Fund
In 2024, USF encountered widespread calls for reforms to ensure its sustainability and effectiveness.
12 Days of Broadband
The Year States Stepped Up for Broadband Affordability
States, cities, and private providers led the charge as federal broadband affordability efforts falter.
Committee on Commerce Science and Transportation
House Passes Trio of Last-Minute Broadband Bills
Two bills target BEAD delays, one focuses on U.S. wireless leadership
OTI
Senate Bill Would Fortify Networks Against Climate Disasters
Sen. Markey says rising sea levels threaten 4,000 miles of fiber across the U.S.
Congress
Guthrie Selected to Chair House Energy and Commerce Committee
Kentucky Republican to lead influential committee overseeing energy, broadband, and technology policy.
Rip and Replace
Defense Bill Has $3 Billion for FCC's 'Rip and Replace' Program
The defense bill would allow the FCC to borrow $3.08 billion from the U.S. Treasury within 90 days to finance rip and replace.
Digital Inclusion
EducationSuperHighway Unveils New ACP Approach
Proposal relies on Universal Service Fund amid Supreme Court scrutiny.
Digital Equity Act
Oregon Gets $9.9 Million for Digital Equity Amid NTIA Criticism
State plan counters criticism, showing white residents may benefit as much or more than racial minorities.
