WTA Makes Recommendations to FCC on USAC Audit Reform

Last Friday, WTA filed comments in response to the FCC’s Public Notice asking for reforms of USAC’s processes and oversight. In its comments, WTA recognized USAC audits play an important accountability role, but, at times, depending on how they are … Continue reading “WTA Makes Recommendations to FCC on USAC Audit Reform”

WTA Responds to FCC USF Lifeline Modernization NPRM

This week, WTA filed comments with the FCC in response to its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on modernizing the USF Lifeline Program. The comments focused on ensuring benefits are distributed by legitimate providers to eligible customers with minimum friction and … Continue reading “WTA Responds to FCC USF Lifeline Modernization NPRM”

WTA Members Meet with FCC to Discuss Complexities of IP Transition

Last week, WTA staff and member company representatives met with staff from the offices of FCC Chairman Carr and Commissioners Trusty and Gomez to discuss the Commission’s IP Transition Notice of Proposed Rulemaking.

Consistent with WTA’s comments in the … Continue reading “WTA Members Meet with FCC to Discuss Complexities of IP Transition”

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.

WTA … Continue reading “WTA Discusses Intercarrier Compensation NRPM with FCC”

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”