Statement on the Accelerating Broadband Permits Act of 2026
“Focusing BEAD applications and projects at NTIA through a singular process will streamline approvals while helping to improve transparency and tracking of federal projects. We want to thank Senators Thune, Barrasso, and Luján for their bipartisan effort that will speed the delivery of modern connectivity to more Americans. This is an important aspect in the broader broadband […]
Callie Coker Joins NCTA’s Legal Team
Washington, D.C. – NCTA – The Internet & Television Association today announced that Callie Coker has joined the organization as Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Legal and Regulatory Affairs. Coker joins NCTA from the Federal Communications Commission, where she served as a legal advisor to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr. Previously, she was Legal Advisor to […]
Statement Urging Fast FCC Action on Continuing Pole Access Disputes
“Our industry is dedicated to deploying high-speed networks throughout the country to ensure all Americans can access broadband service. Unfortunately, fair and reasonable access to utility poles remains a key barrier to NCTA member companies seeking to bring broadband to unserved areas. The FCC adopted an important order in February of this year on pole replacement costs, but […]
Statement on CTIA’s Latest Spectrum Grab
“A report that warns about surging wireless traffic — while arguing to take away spectrum from the Wi-Fi networks carrying 90% of that traffic — is too ridiculous to take seriously. CTIA’s latest push for more exclusively licensed spectrum repackages a stale, anticompetitive agenda that abandons the successful American spectrum model adopted by the first […]
Cory Gardner Statement on Ted Turner
“Ted Turner transformed television and forever changed how the world receives news. With the launch of CNN, he pioneered the 24-hour news model and helped usher in a new era for the cable industry built on innovation, competition, and consumer choice. Ted was a visionary whose impact on journalism and media is impossible to overstate. […]
Statement on the Introduction of the SECURE Data Act
“NCTA welcomes the introduction of the SECURE Data Act, comprehensive federal privacy legislation that would establish a clear, nationwide privacy standard. A unified approach will strengthen consumer trust, give individuals meaningful control over their personal information, and provide businesses the certainty needed to innovate, protect data, and drive growth while eliminating the confusing patchwork of state […]
NCTA Statement Regarding Big Mobile’s Spectrum Grab
“The U.S. should not follow China’s lead, especially when it comes to our critical infrastructure. The Trump Administration already made the right decision to unlock affordable connectivity for millions of Americans in the full 6GHz band, and we will continue to deliver on that promise. Wi-Fi already carries 90% of mobile data traffic, supports millions […]
Trade Association Letter on the American Broadband Deployment Act of 2025
“On behalf of the undersigned organizations, representing the stakeholders who build, own, manage, and enable the communications networks millions of Americans rely on every day, we urge you to bring H.R. 2289, the American Broadband Deployment Act of 2025 (“ABDA”), to the floor without delay. Broadband underpins our society and economic growth, and its importance […]
NCTA Adds New Members to Board of Directors
Washington, DC – NCTA – The Internet & Television Association today announced three new members of its Board of Directors: A full list of Board members can be found on www.ncta.com.
Statement on President Trump’s National AI Legislative Framework
“President Trump’s National Legislative Framework on Artificial Intelligence is a significant step toward achieving the national imperative of responsible deployment of AI technologies across the United States. The framework largely aligns with NCTA’s recent “CORE AI” vision, which highlights that America’s ability to lead in AI will ultimately depend on the infrastructure, policies, and innovation […]