On January 21st, 2021, President Joseph Biden appointed Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel as Acting Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission (“Commission”). One week later, Chairwoman Rosenworcel participated in a meeting with public interest groups–the first in her new role–in which advocates offered input on what the agency should tackle as immediate priorities. Ryan Johnston, Next Century […]
Every four years, as a new Presidential administration begins and Congress has a new list of priorities, there are always new executive positions that must be confirmed by the Senate. This year is no exception. A significant non-cabinet level appointment includes filling a vacancy at the Federal Communications Commission. The FCC is the agency tasked
View a pdf of this press release here. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brittany-Rae Gregory brittany-rae@nextcenturycities.org NEXT CENTURY CITIES SUBMITS COMMENTS ON THE FCC’s REQUEST FOR RESPONSE TO THE EMERGENCY BROADBAND BENEFIT PROGRAM Washington D.C. (January 25, 2021) – Today, Next Century Cities (“NCC”) submitted comments in response to the Wireline Competition Bureau’s January 4th
The Federal Communications Commission (“FCC” or “Commission”) frequently asks for public input on a wide variety of topics that shape broadband and telecommunications policy. Most commonly the agency uses a Notice of Inquiry (“NOIs”) and Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRMs”) to inform the public. An NOI is used to gather data and input about a
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On January 21, 2021, Next Century Cities’ Policy Counsel for Local & State Initiatives, Corian Zacher, and Policy Associate, Lukas Pietrzak, led members and community advocates in a discussion about the basics of launching and resourcing broadband initiatives. This “Broadband 101” webinar covered a range of topics from identifying funding opportunities and improving broadband mapping
Cleveland, Ohio – The Seat of Cuyahoga County On January 15, 2021, Next Century Cities submitted a response to Cuyahoga County’s request for information (RFI). Since social distancing precautions related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic began, counties, towns, and cities across the country are increasingly aware of the importance of improving broadband access for all
View a pdf of this press release here. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brittany-Rae Gregory brittany-rae@nextcenturycities.org NEXT CENTURY CITIES RESPONDS TO CUYAHOGA COUNTY’S RFI TO EXPAND AFFORDABLE, HIGH-SPEED BROADBAND SERVICES FOR OHIO RESIDENTS Washington D.C. (January 15, 2021) – On January 15, 2021, Next Century Cities responded to a request for information (RFI) issued by
What is it? How Will it Work? Why Should Your Community Weigh-In on This Proceeding? The goal of the Emergency Broadband Benefit program is to connect low-income households with affordable broadband service and a requisite device during the COVID-19 pandemic. At a time when residents are still required to work, learn, bank, access health
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In December 2020, Congress appropriated $3.2 billion for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to administer an Emergency Broadband Benefit, a broadband discount program for low-income households to obtain access to service and a device during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible households will receive up to $50/month discount, up to $75.00/month in Tribal areas, which will be
The Institute for Local Self-Reliance, led by Community Broadband Networks Initiative Director (and Next Century Cities Policy Director) Chris Mitchell, just released their Community Connectivity Toolkit! This resource is designed to help communities just starting on the path to improving Internet access for their residents, and includes helpful guidance on developing a vision, crafting policy,
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