Tag: FCC
Vicious circle: Tribal broadband program hindered by lack of broadband
From the Wire January 20, 2022
by Camila Pedrosa, Cronkite News January 20, 2022 Washington – Tribal advocates told a Senate panel this week the federal government’s effort to fund expanded broadband infrastructure in Indian Country overlooked a fundamental issue. Many tribes did…
FCC approves program to help poor families overcome digital divide during pandemic
From the Wire February 27, 2021
‘Life-Changer for Millions’ “As the pandemic nears its one-year mark, it’s only gotten harder for many people to afford essential internet connections to the remote learning, work, and healthcare services they need.” by Jessica Corbett, staff…
Biden pick of Rosenworcel to lead FCC out of carnage left by Ajit Pai
From the Wire January 22, 2021
“She knows the FCC from the bottom up and she understands how to make good things happen there,” said one former Commissioner. by Brett Wilkins, staff writer Friday, January 22 Digital rights and other progressive groups…
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