Foreign Ownership
Consolidated Deal Clears White House Foreign Ownership Review
The approval comes with more conditions than when Searchlight made a major investment in Consolidated.
BEAD
Sen. Ernst to DOGE: ‘Pull the Plug’ on BEAD Program
19 Senate Republicans voted for the BEAD program a part of the 2021 infrastructure law.
Spectrum
Open Technology Institute’s ‘Third Way’ for Spectrum Sharing
The group proposed expanding low-power, indoor use to more bands.
California
California Regulators Launch BEAD Webinar Series
Webinars will begin on Dec. 3, 2024.
Illinois
NTIA Awards $23 Million to Illinois for Digital Equity
Funds will help jump start key digital equity initiatives.
Digital Inclusion
Oregon Gets $9.9 Million for Digital Equity Amid NTIA Criticism
State plan counters criticism, showing white residents may benefit as much or more than racial minorities.
BEAD
Cruz Wants BEAD on Hold, Planning ‘Substantial Changes’
The senator also asked NTIA to pause a digital equity grant program.
Idaho
Idaho Publishes BEAD Application Project Areas
Comments will be accepted through Dec. 19, 2024.
Digital Inclusion
NTIA Awards $100 Million to Seven States for Advanced Digital Equity Plans
The plans will promote device access, low-cost broadband plans, and digital skills and training.
BEAD
Vermont Official Predicts ‘Massive Changes’ to BEAD
Trump’s second presidency could delay buildout.
Expert Opinion
Policy Priorities for a Changing Guard at the FCC
Whether a second Trump administration will seize the moment to reset telecom policy is unknown, but the time for action is now.
Vermont
Vermont to Receive $5.3 Million in Digital Equity Funds
Funds will go toward closing the digital divide in the state.
BEAD
States Navigate BEAD Program Implementation Amid Political Transition
Officials emphasized that the BEAD program is likely to continue despite the upcoming administration change.
Unlocking
Budget Watchdog Pushes Back on FCC Unlocking Proposal
Citizens Against Government Waste says unlocking requirements would be an unnecessary overreach
Commerce
Trump Picks Howard Lutnick for Commerce Secretary
The investment firm CEO hasn't been vocal on telecom issues.
BEAD
Texas Approval Turns Big Corner for BEAD
NTIA has approved every state and territory plan for implementing the $42.5 billion program.
