Broadband Stimulus
It is widely understood that broadband is a crucial driver of economic recovery, job creation and global competitiveness. As the nation’s largest broadband provider, cable’s high-speed Internet service is available to 92 percent of American households but a small percentage of the country remains unable to receive this important service.
To stimulate the construction of new broadband infrastructure and to increase broadband adoption for households in communities where it already exists, Congress in early 2009 provided more than $7 billion for broadband projects as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
The cable industry supports the federal government’s efforts expand broadband access and spur adoption and has encouraged targeted programs that can make a difference in America’s broadband gap.
Examining the Issue
White Papers
3/17/2009
"Moving the Needle on Broadband: Stimulus Strategies to Spur Adoption and Extend Access Across America"
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Abstract: In order to ensure that broadband fulfills its full promise as an engine of job creation, a facilitator of educational and healthcare opportunities, and a means of shrinking the distances between isolated communities, the ARRA’s broadband grant and loan programs should be implemented with some basic principles.Attachment: Moving_the_Needle_on_Broadband_03.17.09.pdf (162 KB)Publication Type: White Paper
12/18/2008
The Impact of Broadband on Senior CitizensEmail this Document
Abstract: This White Paper from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce recommends support for broadband deployment as well as educating seniors on the usefulness of broadband and expanding their options for getting online.Attachment: Impact_of_Broadband_on_Seniors_12.18.08.pdf (349 KB)Publication Type: White Paper
12/17/2008
Network Effects: An Introduction to Broadband Technology & RegulationEmail this Document
Abstract: This White Paper from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce provides an introduction to broadband technology and regulation, and offers a set of recommendations to promote broadband deployment and adoption across the United States. Attachment: US_Chamber_Broadband_Paper_12.17.08.pdf (226 KB)Publication Type: White Paper
Letters
2/4/2009
NCTA & Free Press Letter to Senate on Broadband Stimulus DiscussionEmail this Document
Abstract: NCTA President & CEO Kyle McSlarrow and Free Press Policy Director Ben Scott sent a letter to the U.S. Senate regarding measures in S. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, that will promote broadband adoption and deployment to unserved and underserved areas in the United States.Attachment: Broadband_Stimulus_letter_02.04.09.pdf (51 KB)Publication Type: Letter
Our Assessment of Broadband Stimulus
3/26/2009
"This Week in Broadband Stimulus Funding"Abstract: Blog post from CableTechTalk.com about recent developments in the broadband stimulus implementation process.Publication Type: Miscellaneous Publication
1/29/2009
Kyle McSlarrow Discusses the Broadband Stimulus PackageAbstract: In a video, NCTA President & CEO Kyle McSlarrow discusses the Broadband Stimulus Package currently being debated in Washington. He offers insight into the most effective ways government can help with broadband affordability, availability, and adoption in America.Publication Type: Miscellaneous Publication
Filings
4/13/2009
NCTA Comments 04/13/09Email this Document
Abstract: NCTA Comments re: Request for Comments on the Commission's Consultative Role in the Broadband Provisions of the Recovery Act, urging the Commission to ensure that the BTOP grant program furthers Congress' broadband deployment directives; GN Docket No. 09-40Attachment: 041309 09-40 comments.pdf (36 KB)Publication Type: Regulatory Filing
4/13/2009
NCTA NTIA Comments 04/13/09Email this Document
Abstract: NCTA Comments filed with NTIA/RUS re: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009; Docket No. 090309298-9299-01Attachment: 041309 NTIA Stimulus comments.pdf (176 KB)Publication Type: Regulatory Filing