Expert Opinion
The (Likely) End of the FCC’s Long-Running Net Neutrality Saga
Congress is now the appropriate forum for the debate regarding adoption of a proper policy framework.
Net Neutrality
The principle that all Internet service providers must treat all Internet communications equally, without blocking, throttling, or prioritizing content or services based on ownership or payment.
Net Neutrality
What's Next for Net Neutrality?
‘We think the odds of Congress acting as requested are zero.’
Net Neutrality
Sixth Circuit Tosses Net Neutrality
A three-judge panel held that broadband is an information service under the Telecommunications Act.
Digital Inclusion
Supreme Court Refuses to Disturb N.Y. Low-Income Broadband Rate Law
The state is set to begin enforcing the law in 30 days.
Section 230
FCC’s Authority on Digital Discrimination Intact: Legal Experts
Legal experts also debated FCC's authority on net neutrality and Section 230 enforcement.
Net Neutrality
GOP Congress to Employ CRA: Blackburn
FCC rules that went into effect before Aug. 1 are likely insulated from the act.
Fiber
ALLO Fiber Agrees to Net Neutrality in Network Lease Deal with Boulder, Colo
City Council secures expanded fiber capacity, affordability measures, and robust privacy protections in 20-year deal.
Net Neutrality
Analyst: Sixth Circuit Should Hit Pause on Net Neutrality Case
Net neutrality rules could be held until the new administration clarifies its position
FCC
Trump Names Brendan Carr Next FCC Chairman
Trump called Carr 'a warrior for free speech.'
Trump Vance Administration
Lawyer: Republican-Controlled FCC to Shift Telecom Landscape
Deregulation, M&A approvals, and tax policy changes set to reshape the industry under Trump.
Net Neutrality
ISPs, FCC Spar in Net Neutrality Oral Arguments
The arguments centered on whether broadband fits the definition of a telecom service, rather than the major questions doctrine.
Sixth Circuit
Policy Analyst: Expand USF to Include Edge Providers
Roslyn Layton calls for including digital services in USF funding to relieve burden on telecom consumers.
Section 230
Former Pai Aide: USF ‘Top Issue’ Post-Election
Legal challenges put USF and FCC powers at risk.
Donald Trump
All-GOP Judicial Panel Picked to Hear FCC Net Neutrality Case
Oral arguments are scheduled for Oct. 31, 2024 in Cincinnati
Net Neutrality
ISPs to Court: Net Neutrality is a Major Question
The battle hinges on FCC authority to turn ISPs into common carriers.
Expert Opinion
In a Changed Legal Landscape, the FCC Should Reconsider Net Neutrality Rules
Without a Congressional statute given the FCC explicit power, the FCC is clearly overstepping its bounds.
