Technological Availability Act News Today

A group of Maryland lawmakers has urged the Federal Communications Commission to improve broadband mapping data accuracy for the state.

Undersecretary for rural development Torres Small discusses importance of interagency coordination during House Ag hearing.

Recap of House hearing on "Connecting America: Oversight of the FCC"

Identifying the areas with the greatest need for Internet connectivity is a tricky proposition, and existing FCC maps remain inadequate. Some state and local governments are forging ahead with their own efforts.

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An omnibus bill that addressed broadband accessibility was signed into law on Dec. 28, 2020. The package garnered bipartisan support and legislation headed by U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), who serves as the co-chair of the Senate Broadband Caucus. The provisions include funding to support students with financial limitations in need of high-speed internet access — based off of Klobuchar’s Supporting Connectivity for Higher Education Students in Need Act — and funding to imple...