FCC

permitting

Local Governments Push Back on House Broadband Permitting Bill

The American Broadband Deployment Act would impose shot clocks on local reviews.

FCC

FCC’s Carr: Retiring Copper Networks Will Save Billions

Chairman Brendan Carr said the FCC has ejected more than 1,200 telecom providers for robocall mitigation.

Wireless

FCC’s Carr Concerned About Verizon-Contractor Commitments

Wireless Estimator reported some contractors said they weren’t seeing transparent pricing that the carrier agreed to.

USF

Lawmakers Aiming to Circulate Draft USF Framework This Summer

Meanwhile, the FCC is seeking comment on how it might improve USAC

Cybersecurity

FCC Announces First Conditional Approvals After 'Router Ban' Rollout

The Defense Department concluded several foreign made routers posed no risk to national security.

cellular

Mission Telecom Launches New 5G Connectivity Solution

The nonprofit carrier launched a low-cost mobile hotspot capable of supporting up to 50 devices.

FCC

Trusty Speaks on U.S. Wireless and Spectrum Policy at Industry Forum

In New Orleans, the FCC commissioner outlined efforts to expand broadband access and cut regulatory burdens.

Digital Inclusion

FTC Moves to Crack Down on Hidden, Unfair Rental Fees and Perhaps Bulk Billing

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr last year said a Biden-era ban on bulk billing would have sent internet bills soaring for renters.

permitting

USTelecom Pushed for White House Environmental Review Guidance

The White House released new guidance on streamlining federal environmental reviews.

Wireless

Virginia Enacts Law to Streamline Wireless Infrastructure Upgrades

Measure limits local denials, aims to expand wireless coverage for state services.

Expert Opinion

Renee Gregory: A Study That Defies Physics Should Not Define National Security Policy

NextNav defends its proposed GPS backup system against security industry interference claims, calling the underlying study deeply flawed

Satellite

Senate Commerce Targets Satellite Security in Next Executive Session

Satellite security and proposed social media warnings headline Commerce committee markup.

Center for American Rights

Robert Corn-Revere: Fact Checking Without Facts

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's threats to revoke broadcast licenses over 'fake news' distort the public interest standard, the author writes

Cybersecurity

FCC Picks ioXt Alliance to Head Cyber Trust Mark Program

The previous selection, UL Solutions, withdrew after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr probed its connections to China.

FCC

FCC Eyes Stronger Rules to Combat Robocalls

Proposal could expand verification requirements for telecom providers.

enforcement

AT&T, Verizon Insist to Supreme Court FCC Fine Orders are Binding

The companies want a $100 million refund ‘at the very least.’ Oral arguments are scheduled for April 21.