The Walter Kaitz Foundation Integrates With the NCTA Education Foundation
Washington, DC – The Walter Kaitz Foundation, which has been co-located at NCTA – The Internet & Television Association’s headquarters in Washington since 2004, has been fully integrated into the NCTA Education Foundation, Inc. This comes after a year-long strategic assessment of the former Kaitz Foundation in 2023 by a committee of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) professionals and senior industry executives. This integration became effective on May 22, 2024, and was approved by the former Kaitz Foundation Board and the NCTA Education Foundation Board. Established by NCTA, the NCTA
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC’s Proceeding on Handset Unlocking Rules
“In recent years, cable broadband providers have expanded their offerings to include mobile service, giving Americans more choices than ever before for their wireless providers. We value the Commission’s focus on continuing to increase consumer choice in the mobile marketplace.”
"Every Last Mile" Captures the Untold Story of Connecting Rural America
New NCTA-produced docufilm chronicles the dramatic challenges three broadband construction crews face to ensure every American has access to digital opportunities. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, NCTA – the Internet & Television Association released EVERY LAST MILE, a 20-minute docufilm that immerses viewers into the gritty reality of what it takes for internet service providers to extend broadband networks to unserved, hard-to-reach parts of the country. The docufilm follows three dedicated cable crews working in Alaska, Arizona, and Minnesota who offer firsthand accounts of the physical intensity
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the Announcement of a CBRS NPRM
"Dynamic spectrum sharing boosts innovation and competition without impairing federal users or sacrificing national security. We agree with the Commission’s commitment to continuing to advance sharing models that provide new opportunities through expanded use of the airwaves. We look forward to reviewing the draft item in detail."
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Expansion of Innovative CBRS Framework
“We applaud the joint work of the FCC, NTIA, and Navy to further enhance the benefits of the 3.5 GHz, Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) band. The U.S. was at the forefront of global innovation when it created the three-tier dynamic spectrum sharing regime for CBRS, which unleashed 150 megahertz of commercial mid-band spectrum without the need for federal incumbents to relocate. The enhancements announced today will build on this success. We will continue to work closely with NTIA, the FCC and other stakeholders as the use cases for CBRS continue to grow, and the band sees more
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Sen. Boozman’s Farm Bill Framework
“As Congress considers renewing the Farm Bill, it is critical that the USDA’s rural broadband program focus on closing the digital divide in communities lacking broadband and avoid grants to areas where service already exists. NCTA applauds Senator Boozman, Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, on his Farm Bill Framework that targets funding to communities most in need and enhances coordination among federal agencies to prevent overbuilding. Closing the digital divide is possible, but only if we remain focused in dedicating scarce resources to fill in broadband gaps.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Introduction of the Affordable Connectivity Program Improvement and Extension Act of 2024
“We commend Rep. Brandon Williams (R-NY) on the introduction of the Affordable Connectivity Program Improvement and Extension Act of 2024. With over 22 million American households now relying on the ACP for vital internet connectivity, continuing the program helps bridge the digital divide and the important mission of connecting every citizen to reliable high-speed internet service. ACP has been a success story and Rep. Williams’ legislation will help to ensure that it continues to receive funding.”
Statement of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding Sen. Cantwell’s Discussion Draft of the Spectrum and National Security Act
"We applaud the release of Senate Commerce Committee Chair Cantwell’s discussion draft of the Spectrum and National Security Act, legislation that will improve spectrum planning and coordination required to build a future-focused spectrum policy that supports innovation, competition and seamless connectivity. In particular, we welcome the bill’s thoughtful approach to the study of new bands that can enable commercial use through greater reliance on the development, design and implementation of coexistence technologies that support licensed and unlicensed services. The current use and
Statement of Michael Powell, President & CEO of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association Regarding the FCC’s Unnecessary and Unlawful Broadband Regulation Order
"Today’s action is the latest installment of a long-running campaign to establish FCC control of the internet. This is a politically-motivated reversal of prior law, not an exercise in evidence-based rulemaking. There is no evidence of a problem to be solved. "We have a national interest in preserving a dynamic, innovative internet. Consumers were able to work and learn from home during the pandemic because broadband providers were free to invest in and improve their networks without the drag of public utility regulation. Public utilities are notorious for chronic underinvestment and glacial
Hanser Joins NCTA’s Legal Team
Washington, D.C. – NCTA – The Internet & Television Association today announced the addition of Russ Hanser to its Legal team as Deputy Chief Legal Officer. Hanser joins NCTA from the U.S. Department of Commerce, where he served as NTIA Associate Administrator for Policy Analysis and Development, Senior Policy Advisor to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, and Director of Communications Policy Initiatives at NTIA. In these roles, Hanser led efforts relating to broadband subsidy programs arising from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, cybersecurity, supply chain integrity, artificial