Communications Act
Legislators Release Draft Data Privacy Law
The measure would hand enforcement to the FTC, but would leave in place data breach rules the FCC adopted in December.
Digital Inclusion
House Democrats Urge NTIA to Prioritize Affordability for BEAD
Their Republican counterparts and conservative groups have opposed the agency's low-cost policies.
FCC
House Commerce Committee Advances Four Communications Bills
The bills deal with network security and studying 6G technology.
Energy and Commerce
House Subcommittee Advances Bills Countering Chinese Threats to Communications
The bills focus on thwarting potential efforts by China to exploit security vulnerabilities in networks.
Robocall
Pallone Introduces Bill to Expand FCC Robocall Authorities
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel asked for similar legislation in November.
Defense Department
Need for Federal Privacy Law, North Carolina BEAD Proposal, Lumen Partners with DOD
Frank Pallone wants national privacy legislation in light of military data broker reports.
Joe Biden
Calls for Social Media Moderation, Democrats Urge Biden AI Policy, Tackling Junk Fees
Congressman urges social media giants to moderate misinformation in the wake of Hamas attacks in Israel.
FCC
FCC Hears Need for More Flexible 12 GHz Band to Support Fixed Wireless Applications
Rulemaking could unlock critical capacity in the 12.2 GHz spectrum band.
Energy and Commerce
Political Deadlock on FCC Panel Not Hindering Agenda: Commissioners
The FCC has moved forward in critical objectives, reported commissioners at oversight hearing.
Infrastructure
Lawmakers Want Spectrum Auction Money to Fund Rip and Replace Program
Energy and Commerce subcommittee voted on 28 bills, most related to reducing permitting barriers.
Defense Department
Wireless Providers Urge Congress to Move on FCC Spectrum Auction Authority
Small wireless carriers urge Congress to give FCC authority to auction spectrum.
FCC
FCC Chair Floats Deadline Extension for Rip and Replace Applicants In Light of Funding Shortfall
Rosenworcel said the FCC has the authority to extend removal deadline by six months.
CTA
FTC Funding Request Harshly Criticized by Republican Lawmakers
The agency’s aggressive approach to antitrust under Chair Lina Khan has sparked controversy.
Defense Department
FCC Urges Lawmakers to Extend Spectrum Auction Authority
The FCC’s spectrum auction authority expired in March.
Justice Department
Google CEO Promotes AI Regulation, GOP Urges TikTok Ban for Congress Members, States Join DOJ Antitrust Suit
Widespread AI applications could lead to a dramatic uptick in online disinformation, Pichai warned.
Energy and Commerce
House Democrats Interrogate TikTok as Montana Moves Toward Complete Ban
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew’s recent testimony left Congress with more questions than answers.
