WTA Files Reply Comments on IP Transition

Today, WTA filed reply comments in the FCC’s IP Transition proceeding, following up on its comments from January. WTA reiterated that it its members share the FCC’s goal of accelerating the modernization of the network by eliminating unnecessary impediments to … Continue reading “WTA Files Reply Comments on IP Transition”

WTA Discusses Intercarrier Compensation NRPM with FCC

Last week, WTA met with staff from the office of FCC Chairman Carr and Commissioner Trusty to discuss a draft Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would, among other things, transition the current intercarrier compensation regime to a bill-and-keep system.

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WTA Comments on IP Transition

Today, WTA filed comments responding to the FCC’s NPRM proposing forbearance of certain provisions of Section 251 that are currently imposed on ILECs.

WTA agrees with the FCC’s goal of accelerating the modernization of the telecommunications network by eliminating unnecessary … Continue reading “WTA Comments on IP Transition”

WTA Joins Industry Letter in Support of Bill to Reform Railroad Permitting Process

Today, WTA sent a letter with industry partners to the leadership of the House Energy and Commerce Committee in support of H.R. 6046, the Broadband and Telecommunications RAIL Act. WTA’s member companies often encounter long delays when dealing with railroad … Continue reading “WTA Joins Industry Letter in Support of Bill to Reform Railroad Permitting Process”

WTA Files Comments in FCC Proceeding to Eliminate Barriers to Wireline Deployment

Today, WTA responded to an FCC Notice of Inquiry regarding the elimination of barriers to wireline deployment. WTA concured with the NOI that deterrence of broadband deployment as a result of state and local officials’ actions can take several different … Continue reading “WTA Files Comments in FCC Proceeding to Eliminate Barriers to Wireline Deployment”

WTA Files Reply Comments in FCC Proceeding to Reduce Outdated Regulatory Burdens

Yesterday, WTA filed reply comments in response to the FCC’s NPRM to reduce outdated regulatory burdens that are based in an era when incumbent local exchange carriers dominated the communications marketplace. WTA’s reply comments focused on the comments of parties … Continue reading “WTA Files Reply Comments in FCC Proceeding to Reduce Outdated Regulatory Burdens”

WTA Recommends FCC Continue Continuing System of Permissive, Rather than Mandatory Detariffing

In a filing today in response to the FCC’s NPRM on tariffing obligations, WTA urged the FCC not to adopt the proposed mandatory legacy BDS detariffing regime. The harms from such a policy will outweigh any possible benefits, mainly because … Continue reading “WTA Recommends FCC Continue Continuing System of Permissive, Rather than Mandatory Detariffing”