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"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

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

“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

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

“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

“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

“We congratulate Commissioner Slaughter on being named Acting Chair of the FTC. Commissioner Slaughter has been a passionate advocate for ensuring that American consumers are safeguarded by our nation’s consumer protection laws and that the FTC has the necessary resources to be an effective agency. We look forward to working with Acting Chair Slaughter and the FTC in the months

“We congratulate Commissioner Rosenworcel on being named Acting Chair of the FCC. Throughout her tenure at the Commission, Jessica has been keenly focused on promoting policies that ensure all Americans can be connected to the internet, especially students who need access for learning from home. She has also championed the FCC’s action to free up unlicensed spectrum that can supercharge

“Today’s ruling will help promote broadband deployment by providing additional clarity regarding pole attachment arrangements and we look forward to a future proceeding to consider these issues more fully so as to unleash as much broadband investment as possible.”

NCTA President & CEO Michael Powell today announced two personnel moves. Powell announced: “First, I am pleased to announce that I have selected Nilda Gumbs to become my Chief of Staff. Nilda is an NCTA veteran with deep operational and policy experience, and I am excited to have her join the Executive Office. Also, Mark Kulish will become Chief Administrative