USF
USF Opponents Attacking ‘a Strawman’: Trump Administration
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on whether the fund is constitutional March 26.
Jessica Rosenworcel
Jessica Rosenworcel was appointed as a chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission in 2012, but stepped down in January 2025.
E-Rate
Education, Library Groups Urge Senate to Protect FCC’s Wi-Fi Hotspots Order
Warns Cruz's effort would cut off internet access for millions.
USF
Still a Long Road for Universal Service Reform, Panelists Say
The fund's constitutionality is being challenged at the Supreme Court, and lawmakers are looking for new revenue source besides voice.
Education
Thune: Expect Senate Resolution Overturning FCC’s Wi-Fi Hotspot Rules
The Congressional Review Act resolution will likely be taken up soon, Thune said.
Congress
Senate Amendment Would Curb Costly FCC Regulations
Effort believed to be a preliminary step toward passage of the REINS Act.
Expert Opinion
Joshua Levine: Getting the FACTs About Foreign Adversary Investment in Telecoms
In order to convince people of national security threats, policymakers and civil society must point to tangible evidence of potential risk.
USF
Universal Service Fund a ‘Nightmare’, Says Litigation Foe
The Supreme Court is set to decide whether the $8 billion-per-year fund is constitutional.
Satellite
Where’s Elon? U.S. Chamber Names Amazon Exec to Head New Space Council
Council will advise legal and governmental actors on promoting a competitive space industry.
Privacy
Judges Probe FCC’s $57 Million Fine Against AT&T
The company argued FCC fines were invalid under SEC v. Jarkesy
FCC
FCC Commissioners Announce Staff Changes
Gomez, Starks, and Simington bring on new aides
Digital Inclusion
Sen. Cruz Leads GOP Effort to Block FCC’s Wi-Fi Hotspots Order
Cruz and 12 other senators went for the jugular on the Biden Administration’s off-campus hotspot rule for schoolchildren.
Digital Inclusion
Brendan Carr Withdraws FCC's Bulk Billing Proposal
The proposal would have taken comment on banning the practice.
FCC
On Day One, Trump Makes Carr FCC Chairman
GOP chairman pledges to create growth through “agency actions on spectrum, infrastructure, and the space economy.”
Cybersecurity
FCC Names Participants in Cybersecurity Pilot Program for Schools and Libraries
The program will provide $200 million to strengthen cybersecurity systems for schools and libraries.
Cybersecurity
FCC Adopts Cybersecurity Rules in Wake of Salt Typhoon
The incoming chair dissented from the order.
FCC
Trump Taps Senate Staffer Olivia Trusty to Cement GOP Majority at FCC
Trusty's legislative work has spanned broadband mapping and protection of free speech online.
