Broadband Mapping and Data
Mapping and Data Experts Discuss Impact of New FCC Broadband Labels
The experts held split opinions regarding the impact of new consumer broadband labels mandated by the Federal Communications Commission.
Broadband Mapping and Data
The experts held split opinions regarding the impact of new consumer broadband labels mandated by the Federal Communications Commission.
Digital Inclusion
The suit filed Tuesday marks the third legal case to target the FCC’s digital discrimination rules since adopted in November.
BEAD
The waiver exempts specific BEAD-funded equipment from the domestic manufacturing requirement outlined in the IIJA.
Funding
Broadband was part of the reelection campaign's emphasis on infrastructure.
Expert Opinion
As states rush to outline their BEAD spending plans, time is of the essence.
Universal Service
The FCC rules have drawn strong pushback from industry groups and praise from Democratic leadership.
Broadband Mapping & Data
It is the second state to start ground-truthing broadband data as part of the $42.5 billion program under IIJA.
Funding
ConnectLA is the first state agency under BEAD to kick off an evidence-based procedure ground-truthing local broadband data.
Funding
Evan Feinman, speaking at the BEAD Implementation Summit, said the agency will also issue guidance on project auditing.
Infrastructure
Manufacturers can self-report products are Buy America compliant to be included on NTIA public list.
Rural
Announcement includes investments in 22 states for 100 * 20 Mbps speeds.
Expert Opinion
States must overcome numerous hurdles before BEAD will be able to succeed.
Adtran will partner with local area schools for its high school apprenticeship program.
Infrastructure
Tickets for the day-long BEAD Implementation Summit are available for $145 until August 21.
Digital Inclusion
Digital Equity projects will be an ongoing effort for many states.
Expert Opinion
A strong fiber bias in broadband funding means that underserved communities remain at risk of being left behind.