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07/24/2024
Fifth Circuit Finds FCC Program Unconstitutional
Wednesday’s Fifth Circuit ruling that the FCC’s Universal Service Fund is unconstitutional as it’s currently administered sets up a fight at the U.S. Supreme Court. And it brings even more uncertainty to talks on the Hill around USF reform following the demise of the Affordable Connectivity Program’s broadband subsidy.
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06/17/2024
NY Low-Cost Broadband Law On Hold For Now
Friday brought another development in the court battle over New York’s Affordable Broadband Act.
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06/13/2024
ACP DOA?: Affordability Path Unclear This Congress
While there’s still hope that the Affordable Connectivity Program could be refunded this Congress through various legislation, it’s quickly dissipating.
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05/30/2024
Associations Continue Pleas to NTIA For BEAD Changes
ACA Connects sent a letter to NTIA Administrator Alan Davidson Thursday with concerns that overly burdensome requirements will drive some small providers away from participating in the BEAD program.
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04/01/2024
Fight Against Digital Discrimination Rules Continues
The FCC’s digital discrimination rules have been in effect for a week, but the fight against portions of the Commission’s order continues.
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03/11/2024
Good Intentions: MVPDs Worry About Impacts of Blackout Rebate Rule
The FCC is examining whether cable operators and DBS providers should be required to give their subscribers rebates in the event of a blackout from failed negotiations.