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Comcast Unleashes Next-Gen Connectivity in Rural Pennsylvania

In an effort to improve connectivity and address the increasing demands of local residents, Comcast recently completed a noteworthy project in Jermyn and Mayfield, Pennsylvania. The company already has a robust presence in 54 counties across the state, and this expansion will serve more people in the Lackawanna County footprint, providing more than 2,100 new customers with residential broadband speeds
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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
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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
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Industry Stats: Cable’s Sustainability Efforts

This Earth Week, the cable industry continues looking at the progress already made toward building a more sustainable future. Here are a few ways the industry has made a measurable impact by going green.
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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
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On Earth Day and Every Day, the Cable Industry Pursues Sustainability

Today is Earth Day, a time to reflect on humans' impact on the planet and what can be done to build a more sustainable future. Whether greening business practices, setting ambitious climate goals, or shining the light on pressing environmental issues, the cable industry is driving progress on environmental sustainability. Here are just a few examples of how the cable
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NCTA Outlines Broadband, BEAD Landscape at Connected America 2024

Earlier this spring, broadband experts gathered in Dallas for Connected America 2024. Participants discussed new technologies, government programs, and what it takes to build next-generation broadband networks coast to coast. During the summit, NCTA’s Vice President and External & State Affairs Lead Rick Cimerman took time to chat with Total Telecom Editor Harry Baldock about Rick’s outlook and the top
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Rural Virginia County Thrives With Broadband

Highland County, Virginia Community Leader Speaks to the Importance of Broadband Access The $42 billion in federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funds is a clear nod to the critical role that broadband access plays in today’s digital world. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) estimates that, even with the tremendous progress ISPs have made this past decade, there are
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Statement of Michael Powell, NCTA President & CEO, Regarding the American Privacy Rights Act

"In today's digital age where our lives increasingly unfold online, it's crucial that consumers have confidence that their personal data will be kept secure and used in line with reasonable expectations. We welcome the arrival of the American Privacy Rights Act, a new bipartisan privacy draft released by House and Senate Commerce Committee Chairs McMorris Rodgers and Cantwell and the
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New Report Confirms Cable Broadband Is Deployed Equally Regardless of Income or Race

As the U.S. continues to push forward on the important task of expanding broadband availability to all Americans without discrimination, it is important to understand the current state of play and how broadband networks are deployed today. A new study by the Vernonburg Group released today shows what other studies and analyses have shown before—cable broadband networks are deployed equitably
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