National Broadband Plan Resource Page

WTA has created a National Broadband Plan Resource Page where its members can obtain information about the National Broadband Plan, WTA and rural industry actions, grassroots advocacy and other important news.… Continue reading “National Broadband Plan Resource Page”

Information from Rural Associations’ Webinar on National Broadband Plan Advocacy

On June 30th, associations representing rural telecommunications companies held a webinar discussing the National Broadband Plan and ways that individuals can get involved at the grassroots level.  A copy of the slides used during the webinar can be found hereContinue reading “Information from Rural Associations’ Webinar on National Broadband Plan Advocacy”

WTA, NTCA File Comments Opposing NBC-Comcast Merger

On June 21, 2010, WTA and NTCA filed joint comments opposing the NBC-Comcast merger.  The two associations recommend several conditions be placed on the merger should the FCC consider approving it.  The comments can be found here.… Continue reading “WTA, NTCA File Comments Opposing NBC-Comcast Merger”

WTA and Allies Comment on Waivers for IPTV Providers

Today, WTA, OPASTCO, NTCA, ITTA and RICA filed comments at the FCC in support of an OPASTCO/NTCA petition for a waiver for IPTV providers of proposed rules meant to ensure that security elements are separate from the basic navigation devices.  … Continue reading “WTA and Allies Comment on Waivers for IPTV Providers”

Rural Groups Tell USDA Sec. Vilsack NBP Jeopardizes Infrastructure Investment and Repayment of RUS Loans

Today, WTA, OPASCTO and NTCA sent a letter to USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack expressing concerns of the rural telecommunications industry about proposals contained in the FCC’s National Broadband Plan that would make it difficult to repay Rural Utilities Service loans.… Continue reading “Rural Groups Tell USDA Sec. Vilsack NBP Jeopardizes Infrastructure Investment and Repayment of RUS Loans”

Rural Groups Hail Senate Letter on National Broadband Plan

WTA, OPASTCO and NTCA praised Senator Dorgan and 21 other Senators in a press release for sending a letter to the FCC in support of rural America as it considers the National Broadband Plan.

The press release can be found … Continue reading “Rural Groups Hail Senate Letter on National Broadband Plan”

WTA, OPASTCO and NTCA Applaud Congressional Letter to FCC

On May 28th, WTA, OPASTCO and NTCA hailed Reps. Sam Graves (R-MO), Betsy Markey (D-CO) and 38 other members of the House of Representatives for voicing their concerns about the potential negative impact of the FCC’s National Broadband Plan (NBP) … Continue reading “WTA, OPASTCO and NTCA Applaud Congressional Letter to FCC”