FCC
Speaking at AnchorNets, NTIA’s Alan Davidson Touts Role of Anchor Institutions
‘Community-anchor institutions have been and are the connective tissue that make delivering high-speed internet access possible,’ he said.
NTIA
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration, an agency within the U.S. Department Commerce, is responsible for implementing the bipartisan infrastructure legislation, including managing federal broadband funding programs to expand high-speed internet access.
FCC
High Demand for Middle Mile Grants, Local Concerns in FCC Process, Musk Agrees to Buy Twitter Again
The NTIA said it has received $5.5-billion worth of applications for the $1-billion middle mile program.
Infrastructure
As Middle Mile Program Deadline Approaches, NTIA Proposes ‘Buy America’ Exemptions
The NTIA is proposing a limited-equipment, limited-time exemption to purchasing American-made products.
BBLO
NTIA Middle Mile Director Stresses Need for Infrastructure to Withstand Climate Events
The director of the middle mile program said applicants must show “climate resilience” to get funding.
From 477
In ‘Office Hours’ Sessions, NTIA Addresses Questions of Middle Mile Grant Applicants
Sarah Bleau, Middle Mile Program Director at NTIA, reminded attendees that the Middle Mile program is not for last-mile grants.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on September 7, 2022 – Assessing the NTIA’s Middle Mile Grant Application Process
The event will be headlined by Sarah Bleau, middle mile program director at the National Telecommunications and Information Administration.
FBA
New Diamond State Networks Touts Cooperative Model as Coverage Expands in Arkansas
The cooperative’s executive director said it has at least 70% of Arkansas covered by its network.
FCC
NTIA Head Raises Affordable Connectivity Outreach Program in Speech
The FCC and the NTIA have been working to get more Americans connected faster via the ACP.
Rural
FCC Urged to Address Overbuilding and Broadband Tech Neutrality in Agency Coordination
The FCC should incorporate the mapping data from local governments to avoid overbuilding, ensure technology neutrality.
FCC
FCC and NTIA Release Updated Coordination Memorandum
The document includes information about how often the agencies will meet and when they’ll get involved in proposed actions.
USDA
Agriculture Department Announces Fourth Round of ReConnect Funding
The announcement is the second round of ReConnect funding in fiscal year 2022.
Expert Opinion
Dave Wright: Shared Relocation Fund Will Make More of Finite Spectrum Resource
‘Wireless connectivity is one of the most vital aspects of our digital infrastructure.’
Infrastructure
After Weeks-Long Internet Outage, Detroit Hangs Hope on Publicly-Owned, Privately-Operated Network
Detroit’s Hope Village experienced an internet outage for 45 days in the early days of the pandemic.
FCC
$10M Broadband for Minority Colleges, FCC Proposes RDOF Penalties, Midwest Gets a Fiber Investor
The money will go toward internet access, equipment, and to hire and train information technology personnel.
Privacy
NTIA Head Says Agency Supports National Data Privacy Law
‘It is time to act,’ Alan Davidson said at an event Thursday.
IIJA
All 50 States, Territories and D.C. Join Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program
The next big deadline: Planning fund applications for the BEAD program are due August 15, 2022.
