Tag: FCC
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FCC Ends Red Tape That Delayed The Building Of New Tower For 5G & 5G Home Internet
In a significant policy shift, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced today the termination of a Biden-era rulemaking proposal aimed at expanding environmental reviews for new telecommunications tower constructions. The proposal, which has been under consideration since 2022, sought to impose additional, what critics argue are unnecessary, environmental assessments before new towers could be erected across…
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FCC Withdraws Proposal to Ban Apartments & HOAs from Forcing People to Pay for Cable TV & Internet
It has been a busy start to the week for newly appointed FCC Chair Brendan Carr. After reinstating complaints of media bias against President Trump, the FCC has withdrawn a proposal to restrict high-speed internet bulk-billing agreements. Bulk billing agreements are a business model that provides discounted internet access to residents living in apartments, townhomes,…
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Trumps Appoints a New FCC Chair
In a significant move for the telecommunications and media landscape, President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive order today, officially designating Commissioner Brendan Carr as the new Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This appointment comes at a pivotal time when the FCC is poised to tackle a range of critical issues from…
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FCC Cracks Down on Robocall Reporting Loopholes, Demands Greater Accountability from Telecoms
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is tightening the reins on telecommunications companies in the ongoing battle against robocalls and phone number spoofing. New rules adopted Wednesday aim to strengthen the Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD), a system used by voice service providers to report their compliance with federal regulations aimed at curbing the scourge of robocalls…
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US Appeals Court Blocks FCC Net Neutrality Rules
A U.S. appeals court has ruled that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) lacks the authority to reinstate net neutrality rules, marking a significant development in the ongoing debate over internet regulation. The decision, issued by a three-judge panel of the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati, strikes down the FCC’s attempt to revive…
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FCC Chair Pushes Back On Demands By Republicans & Democrats To Penalize Broadcast Networks Over Political Disagreements With CBS & Fox News
Outgoing Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Jessica Rosenworcel has publicly criticized President-elect Donald Trump for his threats to penalize broadcast networks he believes are unfairly critical of him. In her recent appearance on the “Politico Tech” podcast, Rosenworcel made it clear that the FCC has no role in revoking broadcast licenses based on presidential disapproval…
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FCC Makes Changes to Its Program Meant to Help Expand High Speed Internet
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced updates to its rules governing letters of credit, aimed at reducing administrative and financial burdens on broadband providers receiving high-cost support from the Universal Service Fund (USF). The move is expected to free up capital for providers to accelerate broadband deployment in underserved areas. Letters of Credit: A…
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Supreme Court to Decide Fate of $8 Billion Federal Internet and Phone Subsidy Program From The FCC
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case challenging the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund (USF), a federal program that provides $8 billion annually to subsidize phone and internet services for schools, libraries, and rural areas. This case represents a significant test of federal regulatory power and could have major implications for internet…
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The Head of The FCC is Stepping Down
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced her intention to step down from her position on January 20, 2025. In her announcement, Rosenworcel reflected on her tenure at the FCC, marking it as a pivotal chapter in her career. This comes as Trump has already announced a nominee to take over the FCC. Jessica…
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Trump Appoints a New Head of The FCC With Plans to Tighten Regulations On Big Tech
In a move signaling a potential shift in media regulation policy, President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Brendan Carr as the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The announcement came on Sunday, marking a significant choice for an agency that oversees the nation’s communications sectors including radio, television, and cable. Trump praised Carr, describing…