NTIA
FirstNet Reauthorization Bill Passes House Committee Unanimously
The bipartisan bill will now move to the full House Energy and Commerce Committee.
Rural
Because Rural America is often the least-connected region in the country, ensuring coverage is central to BEAD.
Rural
Rural Broadband Association Announces Mike Romano as New CEO
Romano has been with the trade group since 2010, the same year Shirley Bloomfield became CEO
April McClain-Delaney
Rep. April McClain Delaney Hopes to Pass New Quantum, AI Measures
McClain Delaney talked social media age verification, BEAD program and rural broadband access.
Arizona
WISPA Warns Against Arizona Bill Targeting Chinese Technology
The introduced bill could potentially harm Arizona’s small ISPs and rural communities, the trade group argued.
Vermont
Welch Calls Broadband Essential for Rural Opportunity at Vermont Statehouse
The senator met with state and local leaders in Montpelier to discuss federal priorities aimed at strengthening rural communities.
Appalachian Regional Commission
House Committee Approves Appalachian Satellite Broadband Bill
The legislation directs GAO to study the use of satellite broadband for economic development in Appalachia.
Rural
WISPA: Charter Not Renewing Wholesale Contracts
The group said some rural providers would have few other options for middle mile service.
Oklahoma
Oklahoma Broadband Office Celebrates First Completed Broadband Expansion Projects
State office brings first of many Rescue Plan Act-funded broadband projects online.
Rural
Sertex to Expand Fiber Across Southeastern Vermont
The project will serve five Vermont towns with fiber-to-the-home by mid-2026.
grants
Charter Expands Broadband Access in Rural North Carolina
Spectrum services will be available to 20,110 rural homes and businesses in North Carolina.
Rural
RDOF Default Leaves Some Rural Areas Without BEAD Path
South Central Connect walks away from 13 census block groups.
Broadband Mapping and Data
NTCA Members Deliver Fiber to Rural Schools, Libraries, and Hospitals
Survey of NTCA members finds nearly nine in 10 schools, libraries, and hospitals are served by fiber.
FCC
Why the RAIL Act Matters for America’s Digital Future
The RAIL Act aims to stop railroad companies from blocking broadband expansion with excessive fees and permit delays.
Rural
WISPs Dispute Speed Test Report
An Ookla speed test analysis found speeds were increasing at larger WISPs, but were mostly below federal benchmarks.
Rural
FCC Chair Offers Few Specifics on Universal Service Reforms
NTCA’s Bloomfield worries Carr’s push for USF ‘efficiency’ could hurt rural providers
Rural
Senate Clears Agriculture Bill With $109 Million for Rural Broadband
USDA's ReConnect would see about $50 million for 2026, more than the Senate had previously put forward.
