FCC
Anniversary of Infrastructure Act, Gigi Sohn Has a Real Shot at FCC, West Haven Approves Utopia
It is exactly one year since the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act became law.
iija
Massachusetts Seeks Support Services In Preparation for Federal Infrastructure Funds
Applications are due mid-November, state officials said, and awards will likely be announced by early December.
FCC
Charter Wants Decision on Pole Replacement, NTIA Workforce Guide, C-Band Transition Payments
Charter said it needs to pay to replace a majority of poles to connect for some projects.
FCC
NTIA Updates Website, New Head of FCC’s Native Affairs Office, Study Criticizes FTC Regulatory Reach
Updates to the Commerce agency’s website includes access to information about other federal broadband programs.
iija
Broadband Breakfast on July 6, 2022 – Preparing for IIJA’s Digital Equity Planning Grant Program
New questions arise on the Digital Equity Act following NTIA’s notice of funding released in May.
FCC
FCC Votes to Start Digital Discrimination Proceeding
The commission’s rules would prevent service providers from discriminating against customers.
AT&T
National Urban League CEO Says Infrastructure Bill and Latimer Plan Will Help Close Digital Divide
The plan addresses availability and adoption of a high-speed internet connection for disadvantaged communities.
CETF
Sen. Alex Padilla Emphasizes Billions in Broadband Funds for California
California also has 18 projects that are part of the state’s $6-billion broadband investment under its California Comeback Plan.
Energy and Commerce
Federal Government Has a Role in Funding Broadband Adoption, House Committee Witnesses Say
WASHINGTON, January 30, 2020 –Advocates for digital inclusion on Wednesday encouraged Congress to pass the Digital Equity Act and fund state and local efforts to close the digital divide. The Digital Equity Act would allocate funding at the state and local level to bolster digital literacy. At a hea
