While government organizations are required to follow the guidance, private sectors are encouraged to as well. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently published guidance requiring federal…
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Affordable Connectivity Program Announced by FCC
Wireline Competition Bureau launches application landing page. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced a new Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) landing page is available through the GetInternet government website. This…
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FCC Issues Disclosure Advisory
Agency reminds companies of the obligation to disclose foreign ownership and investments. A recent Enforcement Advisory was issued by the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Enforcement Bureau to remind…
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FCC Proposes Anti-Text Scam Policy
It would require phone providers to block “highly likely” illegal texts The Chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Jessica Rosenworcel proposed new rules to combat text message…
Read MoreFCC Nominee Sohn Testifies in Third Hearing
Appointee was renominated after stalling in the last Congress. Gigi Sohn was questioned by the Senate Commerce Committee this past week during her third hearing as President Joe…
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President Renominates Lapsed Leadership Appointees
Heads of IRS, FAA, and Indian ambassador resubmitted to the new Senate. President Joe Biden renominated a number of his choices for key federal positions to the new…
Read MoreFCC Announces Emergency Connectivity Funding
New round of funding will provide digital services for students. The Federal Communications Commission is committing funding to schools and libraries across the U.S. under the Emergency Connectivity…
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FCC Bans Huawei and ZTE Devices
Commission cites national security concerns. On Friday, Commissioner Brendan Carr announced that the Federal Communications Commissioner is banning the sale and import of new telecommunications devices produced by…
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FCC Provides Students $78 Million in Emergency Funds
Off-campus resources receive extra boost The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) provided almost $78 million to American students through the Emergency Connectivity fund last week. The program was created…
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FCC Announces Program for Tribal Libraries
E-Rate makes broadband services more accessible for qualifying schools as well. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel recently announced the official launch of a new pilot program, the E-Rate program,…
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