Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding House Subcommittee Markup of H.R. 1644, “The Save the Internet Act of 2019”
“With today’s action, the subcommittee has stubbornly insisted on a partisan path that leads to a dead end. The result of allergically resisting a bipartisan approach to resolving this decades-old issue is that consumers will fail to receive the net neutrality protections that are generally accepted and industry will not get the certainty it needs to invest more boldly. Those that profit from sustained controversy are the only real winners. The issue is simple. There is a real path to bipartisan compromise on a set of strong, enforceable net neutrality rules, but any approach is doomed that
ACA, CTIA, NCTA and USTelecom Statement on Proposal to Delay Litigation Against Vermont Internet Bill and Executive Order
BACKGROUND: Vermont and ACA, CTIA, NCTA and USTelecom – representing America’s broadband providers – have today agreed to propose a delay in federal court litigation against Vermont's internet bill while the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals continues consideration of Mozilla Corporation v. Federal Communications Commission. Vermont has also agreed not to enforce its net neutrality statute or executive order until that case is resolved. The following statement is for attribution to ACA, CTIA, NCTA and USTelecom: “Vermont’s decision not to enforce its statute and executive order regulating the
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the “Save the Internet Act of 2019”
“We are disappointed that Democratic leaders would ignore growing calls for bipartisan action, and instead advance a highly controversial, partisan proposal that puts the internet under heavy-handed government control. Despite significant interest in Congress, our industry, and across America in pursuing legislation that would codify core net neutrality rules and promote internet growth, this latest approach forcing Title II regulation back on the internet offers no such hope. The internet does not need saving. To the contrary, it is thriving, with wireless companies investing in advanced 5G
Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Regarding the Passing of Former Rep. John Dingell
“We join with the nation in mourning the passing of Rep. John Dingell, a dear friend who will be remembered as one of America’s greatest public servants. A World War II veteran and the longest-serving member of Congress, Rep. Dingell dedicated his entire life to serving our country and did so with dignity, honor and grace. Throughout his tenure on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, Congressman Dingell was passionate and direct, but always fair and a man of his word. We will miss Rep. Dingell but his outsized legacy will remain for decades to come.”
Introducing 10G: The Next Great Leap for Broadband
Global cable industry plans massive advancement in network capacity and speed with platform that will keep ahead of consumer demand and innovation curve LAS VEGAS — January 7, 2019 — Today at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, CableLabs and Cable Europe introduced the cable industry’s vision for delivering 10 gigabit networks, or 10G™ – a powerful, capital-efficient technology platform that will ramp up from the 1 gigabit offerings of today to speeds of 10 gigabits per second and beyond – to consumers in the United States and across the globe in
Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Regarding Senate Confirmation of FCC Commissioners
“We congratulate Brendan Carr and Geoffrey Starks on their confirmation to serve on the Federal Communications Commission. We deeply appreciate the expertise and unique perspectives that each bring to the agency as well as their shared willingness to serve the public in this capacity. We look forward to working with them and the other members of the Commission on the wide variety of communications, media and technology policy issues that affect the lives of Americans every day.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Senate Passage of the READI Act
“NCTA commends Senators Schatz, Thune and Wicker for leading passage of the READI Act of 2018, which focuses on developing guidance and best practices for state and local governments to improve emergency alerts, particularly to address the issuance of false alerts. As long-standing participants in the nation’s Emergency Alert System (EAS), cable operators appreciate Congress’ efforts to improve coordination between federal and local authorities and to ensure the public receives accurate and relevant emergency and public safety information in their local communities.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Passage of the Farm Bill
“Extending high-speed internet service to unserved communities is critical to boosting local economies and giving consumers access to jobs, health care, education and loved ones. We applaud Congress in passing the Farm Bill, including provisions that will make meaningful reforms to the administration of USDA RUS broadband loan programs, better directing federal funds to areas most in need of assistance and guarding against government-subsidized overbuilding. The Farm Bill also includes important transparency and notice provisions to ensure RUS has accurate and complete market data to make
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC’s Vote to Establish a Reassigned Number Database
“The Commission’s decision to establish a reassigned numbers database should help consumers in addressing the problem of unwanted calls. NCTA particularly appreciates the Commission’s decision to include a safe harbor from TCPA liability for callers that consult the database, which will encourage greater use of the database and reduce the number of unwanted calls received by consumers.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC Modernizing Cable Subscriber Notice Rules
“We welcome today’s common sense decision by the FCC to permit cable operators to deliver notices to their customers electronically rather than sending bulky and wasteful paper mailings. This flexibility will benefit the environment as well as enabling consumers to more readily access accurate information. We thank the Commission for its continuing efforts to modernize its cable service rules.”