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133 Broadband Programs May Be 132 More Than Necessary

It is time to review the 133 broadband programs across 15 federal agencies with an eye toward consolidation.

Deborah Collier December 5, 2024
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The Future of the Universal Service Fund

To save taxpayer dollars, Congress should look at revamping the USF program instead of trying to expanding its contribution base.

Deborah Collier September 26, 2024
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Court Further Delays Net Neutrality Implementation

On August 1, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit extended the stay on the FCC's latest net neutrality order.

Deborah Collier August 7, 2024
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SCOTUS Delivers a Blow to the Regulatory State

Chevron deference is overturned by the Supreme Court in its ruling in favor of Loper Bright Enterprises.

Deborah Collier June 28, 2024
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Congress Needs to Stop the FCC From Taking Over the Internet

Congress, not the FCC, should decide how the internet should be regulated.

Deborah Collier May 22, 2024
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The FCC's Not So Merry-Go-Round of Net Neutrality

The Biden administration’s creates uncertainty for future of broadband deployments across America and wastes taxpayer resources.

Deborah Collier April 4, 2024
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Congress Must Restore Spectrum Auction Authority

A year has passed since the FCC lost its spectrum auction authority.  It is time for Congress to renew this authority.

Deborah Collier March 8, 2024
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USF Reforms Should Include Replacing Lifeline with ACP

The Council for Citizens Against Government Waste offered its views on Universal Service reform to Congress on August 24, 2023.

Deborah Collier August 25, 2023
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A Disturbing Trend for Broadband Deployment

With $42.5 billion available for broadband deployment, funding should be available regardless of technology or vendor type.

Deborah Collier August 11, 2023
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The Cantwell-Grassley PBM Bill is a Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing

A Bill introduced in the Senate takes aim at PBMS and private sector healthcare.

Christina Smith March 7, 2023
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House Renews Consideration of Privacy Legislation

House subcommittee holds hearing to discuss what should be included in legislation to protect consumer data privacy.

Deborah Collier March 6, 2023
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Data Privacy Day Is a Reminder That a National Framework is Necessary

Data Privacy Day is an opportunity for all Americans and Congress to learn more about protecting the privacy of personal data.

Deborah Collier January 24, 2023

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