Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Introduction of the Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act
“We commend Sens. Daines and Kelly on introducing the Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act, legislation that would accelerate broadband deployment by streamlining access to federal rights-of-way. To ensure that all Americans have access to the internet, federal policy should not only consider subsidizing network construction to reach unserved households, but should also equally focus on removing barriers to broadband deployment – such as obstacles that prevent timely access to federal lands and buildings – that slow private expansion efforts. We look forward to working with the sponsors
Award-Winning, Energy-Saving Set-Top Box Voluntary Agreement Renewed Through 2025
Arlington, VA – Today, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and NCTA – The Internet & Television Association (NCTA) announced an extension through 2025 of the award-winning Voluntary Agreement for Ongoing Improvement to the Energy Efficiency of Set-Top Boxes.The agreement, which has already saved consumers $7 billion in energy costs and avoided 39 million metric tons of CO2 emissions through the end of 2019, will now include new, even more rigorous energy-efficiency commitments starting in 2023. By the end of the extended terms of the agreement, the total energy used by set-top boxes in
Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Regarding the White House Infrastructure Plan
“The White House has elected to go big on broadband infrastructure, but it risks taking a serious wrong turn in discarding decades of successful policy by suggesting that the government is better suited than private-sector technologists to build and operate the internet. This shift is encouraged by mistakenly lumping in our successful modern digital networks with our decaying roads, bridges, waterways and electric grids. While we have seen repeated examples of traditional infrastructure failures in recent years, America’s broadband has been a reliable workhorse as millions of Americans have
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Senate and House Introduction of the Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021
"We commend Sens. Cornyn and Manchin and Reps. Williams and Cooper on the introduction of the Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021, legislation that helps address the digital divide by focusing broadband buildout and funding on the unserved areas of the country. The bill recognizes the importance of tech neutrality and includes important safeguards – including a challenge process, transparency, and reporting requirements – to ensure accountability. The legislation also focuses on the need to remove barriers to broadband deployment, such as the ETC requirement that imposes outdated
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Senate Introduction of the Government Spectrum Valuation Act
"NCTA commends Sen. Mike Lee for introducing the Government Spectrum Valuation Act, which acknowledges the importance of spectrum for our country. This legislation requires federal government agencies to account for the value of their spectrum resources, and recognizes that both licensed and unlicensed spectrum generate value to the U.S. economy. The potential of unlicensed spectrum is especially significant, as estimates show that Wi-Fi will generate $995billion in economic value for the United States in 2021.”
NCTA & 20 Companies and Organizations Urge Action on 3.45 GHz Band
NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, along with 20 other companies and organizations, today sent the attached letter to the leadership of the Senate Commerce Committee and the House Energy and Commerce Committee urging them to ensure, “U.S. global leadership in the development and deployment of 5G and other broadband services so that all Americans can benefit, and believe that the 3.45-3.55 GHz (3.45 GHz) band is critical to those efforts.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding FCC Adoption of the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
“We commend the FCC's adoption of a thoughtful and balanced framework for the Emergency Broadband Benefit program, an important initiative that will help ensure millions of Americans can use broadband to work and learn from home during the pandemic. We will continue working with the FCC and other stakeholders to keep existing broadband customers connected and reach those that have yet to subscribe. Today's action also represents a real accomplishment given the voluminous record and significant time constraints involved. Acting Chair Rosenworcel, her fellow Commissioners, and FCC staff deserve
Broadband Providers Send Letter to White House Regarding Supply Chain for Semiconductor Chips
NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, ACA Connects – America’s Communications Association, CTIA and USTelecom – The Broadband Association sent the below letter late yesterday to the White House about the global semiconductor chip shortage and asking, “As the White House considers executive action on this and other important supply chain issues, we urge you to include broadband providers in measures to address the chip shortage, support initiatives that will expand domestic innovation and investment in semiconductor development and manufacturing facilities for all industries and ensure
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Introduction of the American Broadband Buildout Act
“We are pleased that Senators Collins and Rosen introduced the American Broadband Buildout Act, legislation that will help deploy more broadband networks in rural areas. Through programs specifically targeted at extending high-speed internet to communities that are not yet connected, it is good to see emphasis on directing funds to areas that need help the most. In addition, the legislation ensures appropriate guardrails are in place with a challenge process to assist with accountability. As this new Congress begins, we look forward to working with Senators Collins, Rosen, and other members on
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding House Energy & Commerce Committee Markup of Legislative Recommendations for Budget Reconciliation
“As the country continues to respond to challenges brought on by the pandemic, we welcome the efforts of Chairman Pallone and members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee to advance legislation that will promote home broadband adoption and help schools that remain closed fulfill their educational mission through remote learning. Over the past several months, the cable industry has redoubled its own efforts to keep Americans connected, expanding our existing adoption programs and striking innovative new partnerships with school districts and other organizations to identify unconnected