Statement of NCTA Regarding the Reintroduction of the Broadband Adoption Act

“We welcome the reintroduction of the Broadband Adoption Act by Rep. Doris Matsui and Senators Chris Murphy and Cory Booker, and the renewed focus it shines on the important issue of broadband adoption. While broadband is the fastest growing consumer technology in history, a small but significant percentage of U.S. consumers do not yet subscribe or see the relevance of the Internet in their daily lives. The cable industry has invested hundreds of billions of dollars to build networks that reach 93 percent of homes and we have worked closely with local, state and federal government agencies and non-profits to educate consumers about the benefits of broadband. We look forward to working with all interested stakeholders in developing new, cost-effective strategies that will encourage all Americans to realize the benefits of fast broadband networks.”