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Local Community Radio Act of 2007 (HR 2802) This bill opens the dial to more Low Power FM radio stations. These stations are community driven and locally oriented, providing news and information often ignored by mainstream radio. Senate Joint Resolution 28 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. House Joint Resolution 79 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. The Internet Freedom Preservation Act (HR 5353) This bill would establish a national broadband policy and would direct the FCC to conduct summits to assess competition, consumer protection and other issues related to broadband Internet access FCC Docket 04-186 White Spaces The Commission is conducting a proceeding in ET Docket No. 04-186 to consider authorizing the operation of new, low power devices in the TV broadcast spectrum at locations where channels are not being used for authorized services, including broadcast television, broadcast auxiliary services such as wireless microphones, and private land mobile radio (primarily public safety). FCC Docket 07-195 AWS-3 Spectrum Auction Rules The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released the full text of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) in WT Docket No. 07-195 seeking public comment on the proposed service rules for the 2155-2175 MHz band (AWS-3), which has been allocated for fixed and mobile services, including Advanced Wireless Services (AWS). The FCCs action seeks to define the terms under which 20 MHz of new spectrum will be made available for advanced wireless services, including wireless Internet access and other wireless voice and high-speed data services. The NPRM also sets the stage for another round of the wireless open-access debate that played a key role in the FCCs approach in creating rules for the much-anticipated auction of 700 MHz spectrum. Media ownership An amendment was attached to the appropriations bill which would restrict funding for the FCC to execute its new cross-ownership rule, thereby effectively nullifying the rule for the life of the appropriations bill. These meetings were held to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of this strategy and to encourage support for the amendment amongst House members. Internet Neutrality Meetings regarding possible legislation to reinstate protections for network neutrality, ensuring that all content, applications and services are equally available online, prohibiting broadband network operators from blocking, degrading, or prioritizing service on their networks. Universal Broadband Meetings regarding prospective broadband legislation to ensure that all American receive affordable universal broadband in a timely manner.

Local Community Radio Act of 2007 (HR 2802) This bill opens the dial to more Low Power FM radio stations. These stations are community driven and locally oriented, providing news and information often ignored by mainstream radio. Senate Joint Resolution 28 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. House Joint Resolution 79 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. The Internet Freedom Preservation Act (HR 5353) This bill would establish a national broadband policy and would direct the FCC to conduct summits to assess competition, consumer protection and other issues related to broadband Internet access Internet Freedom Preservation Act (S. 215): A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure net neutrality. Local Community Radio Act of 2007 ( S. 1675) A bill to implement the recommendations of the Federal Communications Commission report to the Congress regarding low-power FM service. Postal Rates Meetings regarding possible legislation to reverse new postal regulations that unfairly burden smaller publishers with higher postage rates while locking in special privileges for bigger media companies. Universal Service Fund (USF) Reform: Meetings regarding possible legislation to reform the USF programs to advance broadband availability and access in rural and low-income areas as well as in schools, libraries, and healthcare facilities. Internet Neutrality Meetings regarding possible legislation to reinstate protections for network neutrality, ensuring that all content, applications and services are equally available online, prohibiting broadband network operators from blocking, degrading, or prioritizing service on their networks.

Local Community Radio Act of 2007 (HR 2802) This bill opens the dial to more Low Power FM radio stations. These stations are community driven and locally oriented, providing news and information often ignored by mainstream radio. Senate Joint Resolution 28 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. House Joint Resolution 79 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. The Internet Freedom Preservation Act (HR 5353) This bill would establish a national broadband policy and would direct the FCC to conduct summits to assess competition, consumer protection and other issues related to broadband Internet access Internet Freedom Preservation Act (S. 215): A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure net neutrality. Local Community Radio Act of 2007 ( S. 1675) A bill to implement the recommendations of the Federal Communications Commission report to the Congress regarding low-power FM service. Postal Rates Meetings regarding possible legislation to reverse new postal regulations that unfairly burden smaller publishers with higher postage rates while locking in special privileges for bigger media companies. Universal Service Fund (USF) Reform: Meetings regarding possible legislation to reform the USF programs to advance broadband availability and access in rural and low-income areas as well as in schools, libraries, and healthcare facilities. Internet Neutrality Meetings regarding possible legislation to reinstate protections for network neutrality, ensuring that all content, applications and services are equally available online, prohibiting broadband network operators from blocking, degrading, or prioritizing service on their networks.

Local Community Radio Act of 2007 (HR 2802) This bill opens the dial to more Low Power FM radio stations. These stations are community driven and locally oriented, providing news and information often ignored by mainstream radio. Senate Joint Resolution 28 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. House Joint Resolution 79 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. The Internet Freedom Preservation Act (HR 5353) This bill would establish a national broadband policy and would direct the FCC to conduct summits to assess competition, consumer protection and other issues related to broadband Internet access Internet Freedom Preservation Act (S. 215): A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure net neutrality. Local Community Radio Act of 2007 ( S. 1675) A bill to implement the recommendations of the Federal Communications Commission report to the Congress regarding low-power FM service. Postal Rates Meetings regarding possible legislation to reverse new postal regulations that unfairly burden smaller publishers with higher postage rates while locking in special privileges for bigger media companies. Universal Service Fund (USF) Reform: Meetings regarding possible legislation to reform the USF programs to advance broadband availability and access in rural and low-income areas as well as in schools, libraries, and healthcare facilities. Internet Neutrality Meetings regarding possible legislation to reinstate protections for network neutrality, ensuring that all content, applications and services are equally available online, prohibiting broadband network operators from blocking, degrading, or prioritizing service on their networks.

Local Community Radio Act of 2007 (HR 2802) This bill opens the dial to more Low Power FM radio stations. These stations are community driven and locally oriented, providing news and information often ignored by mainstream radio. Senate Joint Resolution 28 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. House Joint Resolution 79 This resolution would rescind the Federal Communications Commission's December 2007 rule regarding broadcast media ownership. The Internet Freedom Preservation Act (HR 5353) This bill would establish a national broadband policy and would direct the FCC to conduct summits to assess competition, consumer protection and other issues related to broadband Internet access Internet Freedom Preservation Act (S. 215): A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure net neutrality. Local Community Radio Act of 2007 ( S. 1675) A bill to implement the recommendations of the Federal Communications Commission report to the Congress regarding low-power FM service. Postal Rates Meetings regarding possible legislation to reverse new postal regulations that unfairly burden smaller publishers with higher postage rates while locking in special privileges for bigger media companies. Universal Service Fund (USF) Reform: Meetings regarding possible legislation to reform the USF programs to advance broadband availability and access in rural and low-income areas as well as in schools, libraries, and healthcare facilities. Internet Neutrality Meetings regarding possible legislation to reinstate protections for network neutrality, ensuring that all content, applications and services are equally available online, prohibiting broadband network operators from blocking, degrading, or prioritizing service on their networks.

Local Community Radio Act of 2007 (HR 2802) This bill opens the dial to more Low Power FM radio stations. These stations are community driven and locally oriented, providing news and information often ignored by mainstream radio. Broadband Data Improvement Act of 2007 (S 1492) The Broadband Data Improvement Act seeks to improve the quality and speed of broadband Internet by requiring the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reevaluate its current 200 kilobit broadband standard. It also directs Internet service providers to report to the FCC the availability of broadband service and second generation broadband connections by nine-digit zip codes, to replace the current five-digit zip code reporting system. The bill also provides an annual $40 million in grants for five years to match private, non-profit state investments to identify barriers to statewide broadband deployment. Media Ownership Act of 2007 (S. 2332) This bill promotes transparency in the adoption of new media ownership rules by the Federal Communications Commission, and to establish an independent panel to make recommendations on how to increase the representation of women and minorities in broadcast media ownership. Ownership - Meetings regarding the FCCs Further Notice of Proposed Rule Making, especially the rule on "newspaper-broadcast cross-ownership," which prevents companies from owning a television or radio station and the major daily newspaper in the same area, and the local ownership caps that limit a company from owning more than one television station in most markets. Spectrum Meetings regarding the Federal Communications Commission auction of the 700 MHz band. to create a much-needed "third pipe" competitor to broadband services offered by phone and cable companies. - Also meetings regarding potential use of currently unused AWS-3 spectrum. Internet Neutrality Meetings regarding possible legislation to reinstate protections for network neutrality, ensuring that all content, applications and services are equally available online, prohibiting broadband network operators from blocking, degrading, or prioritizing service on their networks. White Spaces Meeting regarding possible legislation about "white spaces" -- the unused parts of the public airwaves between TV channels that could expand broadband service to underserved areas. Postal Rates Meetings regarding possible legislation to reverse new postal regulations that unfairly burden smaller publishers with higher postage rates while locking in special privileges for bigger media companies.

Local Community Radio Act of 2007 (HR 2802) This bill opens the dial to more Low Power FM radio stations. These stations are community driven and locally oriented, providing news and information often ignored by mainstream radio.

Local Community Radio Act of 2007 (HR 2802) This bill opens the dial to more Low Power FM radio stations. These stations are community driven and locally oriented, providing news and information often ignored by mainstream radio. Broadband Data Improvement Act of 2007 (S 1492) The Broadband Data Improvement Act seeks to improve the quality and speed of broadband Internet by requiring the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reevaluate its current 200 kilobit broadband standard. It also directs Internet service providers to report to the FCC the availability of broadband service and second generation broadband connections by nine-digit zip codes, to replace the current five-digit zip code reporting system. The bill also provides an annual $40 million in grants for five years to match private, non-profit state investments to identify barriers to statewide broadband deployment. Media Ownership Act of 2007 (S. 2332) This bill promotes transparency in the adoption of new media ownership rules by the Federal Communications Commission, and to establish an independent panel to make recommendations on how to increase the representation of women and minorities in broadcast media ownership. Ownership - Meetings regarding the FCCs Further Notice of Proposed Rule Making, especially the rule on "newspaper-broadcast cross-ownership," which prevents companies from owning a television or radio station and the major daily newspaper in the same area, and the local ownership caps that limit a company from owning more than one television station in most markets. Spectrum Meetings regarding the Federal Communications Commission auction of the 700 MHz band. to create a much-needed "third pipe" competitor to broadband services offered by phone and cable companies. - Also meetings regarding potential use of currently unused AWS-3 spectrum. Internet Neutrality Meetings regarding possible legislation to reinstate protections for network neutrality, ensuring that all content, applications and services are equally available online, prohibiting broadband network operators from blocking, degrading, or prioritizing service on their networks. White Spaces Meeting regarding possible legislation about "white spaces" -- the unused parts of the public airwaves between TV channels that could expand broadband service to underserved areas. Postal Rates Meetings regarding possible legislation to reverse new postal regulations that unfairly burden smaller publishers with higher postage rates while locking in special privileges for bigger media companies.

Local Community Radio Act of 2007 (HR 2802) This bill opens the dial to more Low Power FM radio stations. These stations are community driven and locally oriented, providing news and information often ignored by mainstream radio. Broadband Data Improvement Act of 2007 (S 1492) The Broadband Data Improvement Act seeks to improve the quality and speed of broadband Internet by requiring the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reevaluate its current 200 kilobit broadband standard. It also directs Internet service providers to report to the FCC the availability of broadband service and second generation broadband connections by nine-digit zip codes, to replace the current five-digit zip code reporting system. The bill also provides an annual $40 million in grants for five years to match private, non-profit state investments to identify barriers to statewide broadband deployment. Media Ownership Act of 2007 (S. 2332) This bill promotes transparency in the adoption of new media ownership rules by the Federal Communications Commission, and to establish an independent panel to make recommendations on how to increase the representation of women and minorities in broadcast media ownership. Ownership - Meetings regarding the FCCs Further Notice of Proposed Rule Making, especially the rule on "newspaper-broadcast cross-ownership," which prevents companies from owning a television or radio station and the major daily newspaper in the same area, and the local ownership caps that limit a company from owning more than one television station in most markets. Spectrum Meetings regarding the Federal Communications Commission auction of the 700 MHz band. to create a much-needed "third pipe" competitor to broadband services offered by phone and cable companies. - Also meetings regarding potential use of currently unused AWS-3 spectrum. Internet Neutrality Meetings regarding possible legislation to reinstate protections for network neutrality, ensuring that all content, applications and services are equally available online, prohibiting broadband network operators from blocking, degrading, or prioritizing service on their networks. White Spaces Meeting regarding possible legislation about "white spaces" -- the unused parts of the public airwaves between TV channels that could expand broadband service to underserved areas. Postal Rates Meetings regarding possible legislation to reverse new postal regulations that unfairly burden smaller publishers with higher postage rates while locking in special privileges for bigger media companies.