WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 7, 2021) – WTA – Advocates for Rural Broadband extends its congratulations to Jessica Rosenworcel for receiving strong bipartisan support in the Senate to serve another term on the Federal Communications Commission and on becoming the first
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 22, 2021) – WTA – Advocates for Rural Broadband supports bipartisan legislation, S. 3236, introduced by Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), John Thune (R-SD), Jerry Moran (R-KS), and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) to require the FCC to complete
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WTA Congratulates Jessica Rosenworcel on Senate Confirmation
/in Press Release /by ekeberWASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 7, 2021) – WTA – Advocates for Rural Broadband extends its congratulations to Jessica Rosenworcel for receiving strong bipartisan support in the Senate to serve another term on the Federal Communications Commission and on becoming the first
WTA Joins More than 250 Other Organizations in Calling for USF Contributions Modernization
/in Congressional Advocacy /by ekeberOn November 29, WTA, along with 253 other organizations signed a letter to policymakers recommending they modernize the Universal Service Fund contribution mechanism to include broadband. The statement notes the problem of the rising contributions factor, now around 30%, states … Continue reading “WTA Joins More than 250 Other Organizations in Calling for USF Contributions Modernization”
WTA Supports Introduction of Legislation to Require FCC to Address USF Contributions Modernization
/in Press Release /by ekeberWASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 22, 2021) – WTA – Advocates for Rural Broadband supports bipartisan legislation, S. 3236, introduced by Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), John Thune (R-SD), Jerry Moran (R-KS), and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) to require the FCC to complete
WTA Supports FCC Clarifying that Tribal Libraries are Eligible for E-Rate Support
/in Filing /by ekeberToday, WTA filed comments with the FCC in response to its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking recommending the Commission update the definition of “library” in its rules to provide clarity regarding the eligibility of Tribal libraries and to promote increased participation … Continue reading “WTA Supports FCC Clarifying that Tribal Libraries are Eligible for E-Rate Support”
WTA Recommends Extending STIR/SHAKEN Deadline for Small Carriers
/in Filing /by ekeberToday, WTA filed comments with the FCC supporting the continuation, or in the alternative the further extension, of the existing extended deadline until June 30, 2023, of the requirement for small voice service providers with 100,000 or fewer voice service … Continue reading “WTA Recommends Extending STIR/SHAKEN Deadline for Small Carriers”
WTA Comments on RUS Telecom Loan Program Rules
/in Filing /by ekeberToday, WTA filed comments in response to RUS’ request for comment on its Final Rule implementing changes to its Telecom Loan Program. WTA supports RUS’ decision to increase the minimum broadband speed to 25/3 Mbps and expand refinancing authority. WTA … Continue reading “WTA Comments on RUS Telecom Loan Program Rules”
WTA Applauds Passage of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
/in Congressional Advocacy, Press Release /by ekeberWASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 5, 2021) – WTA – Advocates for Rural Broadband is gratified to see Congress pass the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which creates several new broadband programs that will go a long way to ensuring all … Continue reading “WTA Applauds Passage of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act”