Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Today's FCC Actions on Infrastructure and Business Data Services
“We appreciate the Commission’s efforts to remove outdated regulatory barriers that can slow the expansion of broadband networks. We share Chairman Pai’s goal of closing the digital divide among all Americans and believe that today’s deregulatory actions regarding business data services and wired and wireless infrastructure will further speed the deployment of broadband networks so that all consumers can enjoy the transformative benefits of the internet.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding White House Signing of CRA on Privacy Rules
“Withdrawing the FCC rule marks an important step toward restoring a sensible online privacy framework that protects consumers’ personal information and treats all internet companies equally. Such action allows ISPs to continue long-standing practices protecting the privacy of their customers’ personal information and encourages policymakers to restore a consistent standard of protection that applies equally to search engines, service providers, and all parties collecting online data.”
Myth vs. Reality on ISP Privacy Claims
Clearing up misconceptions about online privacy Myth. ISPs will now start selling sensitive personal data about their customers. Reality. Completely False. ISPs today do not sell their customers’ sensitive personal data and have no plans to do so. Repeal of the FCC’s rules will not change current ISP practices. They have long complied with privacy practices related to the use of sensitive data collected online that are consistent with the Federal Trade Commission’s framework for privacy protection. In January, ISPs reiterated their commitment to follow practices consistent with the FTC’s
NCTA Statement Regarding U.S. House Approval of CRA Regarding Privacy Rules
“Today’s Congressional action to repeal the FCC’s misguided rules marks an important step toward restoring consumer privacy protections that apply consistently to all internet companies. With a proven record of safeguarding consumer privacy, internet providers will continue to work on innovative new products that follow ‘privacy-by-design’ principles and honor the FTC’s successful consumer protection framework. We look forward to working with policymakers to restore consistency and balance to online privacy protections.” [As a reminder, in late January, associations representing virtually all
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding U.S. Senate Approval of CRA Regarding FCC Privacy Rules
“We appreciate today’s Senate action to repeal unwarranted FCC rules that deny consumers consistent privacy protection online and violate competitive neutrality. The Senate’s action represents a critical step towards reestablishing a balanced framework that is grounded in the long-standing and successful FTC privacy framework that applies equally to all parties operating online. Our industry remains committed to offering services that protect the privacy and security of the personal information of our customers. We support this step towards reversing the FCC’s misguided approach and look
Rita Lewis is Stepping Down as SVP, Government Relations; Will Serve in a New Role at NCTA
NCTA – The Internet & Television Association President & CEO Michael Powell today announced that Rita Lewis, Senior Vice President for Government Relations, has decided to step down from her position on June 1, 2017 to spend more time with her family. She is remaining at NCTA, however, in a new part-time role as Senior Advisor, Government Relations. Lewis has served as SVP at NCTA since 2008. “Rita is a superb strategist and a forceful advocate who has been instrumental to NCTA’s public policy success over the last several years,” Powell said. “Rita has not only been a close advisor and
Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Re-Nomination of Ajit Pai to the FCC
“We congratulate Ajit Pai on his re-nomination to the FCC. In just a few short months, Chairman Pai has embarked on a thoughtful, pro-consumer agenda that focuses on promoting Internet freedom and expanding the benefits of broadband to all Americans. We look forward to continuing to work with Chairman Pai and his colleagues over the coming years.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC’s Temporary Stay on the Data Security Regulation
“Today’s FCC action to issue a temporary stay of the data security regulation is a welcome recognition that consumers benefit most when privacy protections are consistently applied throughout the internet ecosystem. As service providers, our companies are committed to providing a quality Internet experience that protects the security of personal information, and we will continue to operate with that commitment as the FTC and FCC pursue further action to harmonize online privacy protections.”
Protecting Consumer Privacy Online
Internet Companies Reaffirm Consumer Privacy Principles As FCC Reviews Flawed Wheeler Era Broadband Rules Today, associations representing virtually all of the leading US internet service providers filed a petition asking the FCC to stay unnecessarily restrictive and destructive broadband privacy rules recently adopted by the FCC, while at the same time releasing detailed and comprehensive principles reiterating ISPs’ commitment to protecting their customers’ privacy online. These principles include specific policies on transparency, choice, security, and notifications in the case of a data
Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO, NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the Appointment of Ajit Pai as FCC Chairman
“We congratulate Ajit Pai on his well-deserved appointment to be Chairman of the FCC. During his tenure on the Commission, Chairman Pai has consistently demonstrated a common-sense philosophy that consumers are best served by a robust marketplace that encourages investment, innovation and competition. We stand ready to assist Chairman Pai and his colleagues in their effort to promote policies which ensure that America remains a global internet, communications and entertainment leader.”