FSF
In FCC Proceeding, Multiple Groups Recommend New General Tax for Universal Service Fund
Calls in contrast to growing support for a broader mechanism including broadband revenues
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission is the regulator of telecommunications, television, wireless, cable, satellite and radio-frequency spectrum in in the United States.
FCC
FCC Bans Chinese Telecom, NY Affordable Broadband Enrollment, Indiana Gov. Rejects Broadband Restrictions
Pacific Networks Corp. and its subsidy ComNet LLC were terminated in an FCC vote Wednesday.
FCC
FCC Votes to Start Digital Discrimination Proceeding
The commission’s rules would prevent service providers from discriminating against customers.
FCC
‘Not a Data Company’: LightBox Disappointed by Mapping Contract Denial
LightBox and CostQuest spoke to Broadband Breakfast after a decision to deny overturning the FCC’s mapping contract selection.
FCC
Public Knowledge Says Comprehensive Multi-Tenant Exclusivity Bans Needed for Competition
Public Knowledge spokesperson warns about FCC’s new multi-tenant housing rules.
Broadband Mapping and Data
FCC’s Rosenworcel: Broadband Nutrition Labels Will Create New Generation of Informed Buyers
The FCC hopes companies will make it easier for consumers to choose a broadband plan that fits their needs.
Expert Opinion
Craig Settles and Sean Gonsalves: Telehealth For All is a ‘Stroke of Genius’
Without access to a secure broadband connection, the co-author of this Expert Opinion would have died.
DHS
Google Cyber Buy, DDoS in Russia/Ukraine, Emergency Connectivity Fund Latest
Google’s purchase of Mandiant comes after the company’s cloud business was the subject of cyber breaches.
FCC
NTIA and RUS Chiefs, Plus FCC and Treasury Officials, to Speak at Broadband Breakfast for Lunch Events
NTIA Administrator Alan Davidson and other top broadband officials have agreed to speak at Broadband Breakfast for Lunch Events.
Labor Department
Apprenticeship Programs Important for Telecommunications Workforce, Agency Leaders Say
The infrastructure bill includes money to put toward building a technical workforce for the future of broadband.
Telehealth
‘Ample Evidence’ Telehealth Contributed to National Covid Response: FCC Commissioner Starks
Geoffrey Starks said adoption of telehealth services has ballooned during the pandemic.
FCC
Section 230 Reexamination, Tech Continues Russia Retaliation, 4.9 GHz Centralization
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas said Section 230 needs to be reviewed in light of Facebook case in Texas.
FCC
Targeting African America Communities Will Close Digital Divide, Chicago Mayor Says
The mayor said providing affordable broadband access in the city’s disconnected neighborhoods will bridge the digital divide.
FCC
Federal Communications Commissioner Geoffrey Starks Presses Need for More Action on E-Waste
FCC commissioner Geoffrey Starks encourages manufacturers to help reduce emissions to protect the planet.
Broadband Mapping and Data
NTIA Head Reiterates Importance of Broadband Maps for Fund Disbursal
Alan Davidson applauded the FCC’s effort in getting better broadband maps.
FCC
Comcast Offers Free Internet, $86 Million for Homework Gap, TPRC’s Call for Research Papers
Comcast has adjusted its historic Internet Essentials program to the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program.
