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Reported covered position: LA-SEN. TIM JOHNSON 9/10/05-11/7/06
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Small Company Capital Formation Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections. HR 1965, To amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections.
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NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2011 · second_quarter · 2A
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service(RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: HR 1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1343, to return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States all sections. HR 1363 (PL 112-008), Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1473 (PL112-010), Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 sections related to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS). HR 2289, To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to reform the Federal Communications Commission by requiring an analysis of benefits and costs during the rule making process.
Source: Senate LDA
Small Company Capital Formation Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR. 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections.
Small Company Capital Formation Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR. 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections.
Rural Broadband Initiative Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Rural Broadband Initiative Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Rural Broadband Initiative Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service(RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: HR 1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1343, to return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States all sections. HR 1363 (PL 112-008), Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1473 (PL112-010), Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 sections related to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS). HR 2289, To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to reform the Federal Communications Commission by requiring an analysis of benefits and costs during the rule making process.
Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service(RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: HR 1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1343, to return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States all sections. HR 1363 (PL 112-008), Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1473 (PL112-010), Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 sections related to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS). HR 2289, To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to reform the Federal Communications Commission by requiring an analysis of benefits and costs during the rule making process.
Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service(RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: HR 1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1343, to return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States all sections. HR 1363 (PL 112-008), Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1473 (PL112-010), Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 sections related to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS). HR 2289, To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to reform the Federal Communications Commission by requiring an analysis of benefits and costs during the rule making process.
Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Homeland Security Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Homeland Security Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Homeland Security Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
To amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections. HR 1965, To amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections.
Protecting Children From Internet Pornographers Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Protecting Children From Internet Pornographers Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Protecting Children From Internet Pornographers Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon. HR 2 The Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, effective as of its enactment. Restores provisions of law amended by such Act, all sections. HRes9 To require each of the following House Committees to report to the House legislation, within its jurisdiction, proposing specified changes to existing law (including the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act): (1) the Committee on Education and the Workforce; (2) the Committee on Energy and Commerce; (3) the Committee on the Judiciary; and (4) the Committee on Ways and Means, all sections.
Private Company Flexibility and Growth Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections. HR 1965, To amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections.
Private Company Flexibility and Growth Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR. 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections.
Private Company Flexibility and Growth Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR. 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections.
Indonesian Family Refugee Protection Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the following introduced bills in this category were focused upon. HR 3590 (PL 111-148), Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act all sections.
Indonesian Family Refugee Protection Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the following introduced bills in this category were focused upon. HR 3590 (PL 111-148), Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act all sections.
Indonesian Family Refugee Protection Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the following introduced bills in this category were focused upon. HR 3590 (PL 111-148), Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act all sections.
Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections. HR 1965, To amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections.
Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR. 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections.
Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR. 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections.
Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
First Responders Fighting Terrorism Protection Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service(RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: HR 1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1343, to return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States all sections. HR 1363 (PL 112-008), Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1473 (PL112-010), Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 sections related to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS). HR 2289, To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to reform the Federal Communications Commission by requiring an analysis of benefits and costs during the rule making process.
First Responders Fighting Terrorism Protection Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service(RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: HR 1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1343, to return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States all sections. HR 1363 (PL 112-008), Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1473 (PL112-010), Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 sections related to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS). HR 2289, To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to reform the Federal Communications Commission by requiring an analysis of benefits and costs during the rule making process.
First Responders Fighting Terrorism Protection Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service(RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: HR 1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1343, to return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States all sections. HR 1363 (PL 112-008), Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1473 (PL112-010), Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 sections related to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS). HR 2289, To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to reform the Federal Communications Commission by requiring an analysis of benefits and costs during the rule making process.
To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsibility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet services.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Truth in Caller ID Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Radio Spectrum Inventory Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Radio Spectrum Inventory Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Radio Spectrum Inventory Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Rural Information Technology Investment Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Rural Information Technology Investment Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Services for Ending Long-Term Homelessness Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Continuing Appropriations: P.L. 111-188, (H.R.3082) Continuing Appropriations and Surface Transportation Extensions Act, 2011(among other things, the law extended the continuing appropriations levels thru March 4, 2011, for the areas of Agriculture (RUS), Commerce (NTIA) and Financial Service (FCC) each of which the operations of which NTCA has interest in. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operations and Programs: H.R. 3677 making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Operations & Programs: H.R. 3636 making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Operations & Programs: S. 3606 making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
Save Our Seniors' Social Security Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Continuing Appropriations: P.L. 111-188, (H.R.3082) Continuing Appropriations and Surface Transportation Extensions Act, 2011(among other things, the law extended the continuing appropriations levels thru March 4, 2011, for the areas of Agriculture (RUS), Commerce (NTIA) and Financial Service (FCC) each of which the operations of which NTCA has interest in. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operations and Programs: H.R. 3677 making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Operations & Programs: H.R. 3636 making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Operations & Programs: S. 3606 making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced bills. HR 3905 Estate tax relief act of 2009 all sections.
Protecting Consumers through Proper Forbearance Procedures Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Temporary Extension Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced bills: Health Care Coverage: HR 3590 or PL 111-148 the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act all sections. H.R.4213 American Workers, State, and Business Relief Act of 2010 section relating to COBRA health insurance premium provisions. H.R.4691 Temporary Extension Act of 2010 Section 3 COBRA health insurance premium provisions. HR 4872 or PL 111-152 -- the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 all sections.
Temporary Extension Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association contacted officials about the following measures: Health Care Coverage: HR 3590 or PL 111-148 the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act all sections. H.R.4213 American Workers, State, and Business Relief Act of 2010 Section 211 relating to COBRA health insurance premium provisions. H.R.4691 Temporary Extension Act of 2010 Section 3 COBRA health insurance premium provisions. HR 4872 or PL 111-152 -- the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 all sections.
Next Generation 9-1-1 Preservation Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
BEST PRACTICES Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Universal Service Reform Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Universal Service Reform Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Truth in Caller ID Act of 2009
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Next Generation 9-1-1 Preservation Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Continuing Appropriations: P.L. 111-188, (H.R.3082) Continuing Appropriations and Surface Transportation Extensions Act, 2011(among other things, the law extended the continuing appropriations levels thru March 4, 2011, for the areas of Agriculture (RUS), Commerce (NTIA) and Financial Service (FCC) each of which the operations of which NTCA has interest in. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operations and Programs: H.R. 3677 making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Operations & Programs: H.R. 3636 making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Operations & Programs: S. 3606 making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period, NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. S 3677 Making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. S 3666 Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. S. 3606 Making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operations and Programs: No introduced bill yet making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Operations & Programs: No introduced bill yet making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Operations & Programs: S. 3606 making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Passport Identity Verification Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period, NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. S 3677 Making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. S 3666 Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. S. 3606 Making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2011
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period, NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. S 3677 Making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. S 3666 Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. S. 3606 Making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Job Creation and Tax Cuts Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced bills. S. 3793 Job Creation and Tax Cut Act of 2010-all sections. HR 3962 Preservation of Access to Care for Medicare Beneficiaries & Pension Relief Act all sections. HR 4173 Wall Street Reform & Consumer Protection Act all sections. HR 4213 American Jobs & Closing Tax Loopholes Act all sections. HR 5297 Small Business Jobs Act all sections.
Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Radio Spectrum Inventory Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
Radio Spectrum Inventory Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Radio Spectrum Inventory Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Radio Spectrum Inventory Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Cybersecurity Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
Cybersecurity Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Cybersecurity Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
Cybersecurity Act of 2010
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
Montgomery GI Bill Degree Extension Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Continuing Appropriations: P.L. 111-188, (H.R.3082) Continuing Appropriations and Surface Transportation Extensions Act, 2011(among other things, the law extended the continuing appropriations levels thru March 4, 2011, for the areas of Agriculture (RUS), Commerce (NTIA) and Financial Service (FCC) each of which the operations of which NTCA has interest in. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operations and Programs: H.R. 3677 making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Operations & Programs: H.R. 3636 making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Operations & Programs: S. 3606 making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
American Middle Class Tax (AMT) Relief Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced bills: Health Care Coverage: HR 3590 or PL 111-148 the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act all sections.
American Middle Class Tax (AMT) Relief Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced bills: Health Care Coverage: HR 3590 or PL 111-148 the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act all sections. H.R.4213 American Workers, State, and Business Relief Act of 2010 section relating to COBRA health insurance premium provisions. H.R.4691 Temporary Extension Act of 2010 Section 3 COBRA health insurance premium provisions. HR 4872 or PL 111-152 -- the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 all sections.
American Middle Class Tax (AMT) Relief Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association contacted officials about the following measures: Health Care Coverage: HR 3590 or PL 111-148 the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act all sections. H.R.4213 American Workers, State, and Business Relief Act of 2010 Section 211 relating to COBRA health insurance premium provisions. H.R.4691 Temporary Extension Act of 2010 Section 3 COBRA health insurance premium provisions. HR 4872 or PL 111-152 -- the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 all sections.
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections. HR 1965, To amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period no introduced measures in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the following introduced bills in this category were focused upon. HR 3590 (PL 111-148), Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2011 · second_quarter · Q2
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR. 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections.
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service(RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: HR 1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1343, to return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States all sections. HR 1363 (PL 112-008), Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1473 (PL112-010), Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 sections related to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS). HR 2289, To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to reform the Federal Communications Commission by requiring an analysis of benefits and costs during the rule making process.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the following introduced bills in this category were focused upon. HR 3590 (PL 111-148), Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act all sections.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period no introduced measures in this category were focused upon.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2011 · first_quarter · Q1
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service(RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: HR 1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011 - sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1343, to return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States all sections. HR 1363 (PL 112-008), Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 1473 (PL112-010), Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HR 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 sections related to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS). HR 2289, To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to reform the Federal Communications Commission by requiring an analysis of benefits and costs during the rule making process.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358, The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations. S 556, A bill to amend the securities laws to establish certain thresholds for shareholder registration all sections. HR 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act all sections. HR 1070, Small Company Capital Formation Act all sections. HR. 2167, Private Company Flexdibility and Growth Act all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 413 - Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011, all sections. S 911 - To establish the sense of Congress that Congress should enact, and the President should sign, bipartisan legislation to strengthen public safety and to enhance wireless communications all sections. S 1040 Broadband First Responders Act all sections. HR 174 Homeland Security, Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2011 all sections. HR607 Broadband for First Responders Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1083 Rural Broadband Initiative Act all sections. HR 1695 Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2011 all sections. HR 1981 Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011- all sections.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period no introduced measures in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the following introduced bills in this category were focused upon. HR 3590 (PL 111-148), Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2011 · first_quarter · Q1
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period the following introduced bills were focused upon: S 358 The Regulatory Responsibility for our Economy Act of 2011 to set forth general requirements for the federal regulatory system, including the protection of public health, welfare, safety, and the environment, the promotion of predictability in the regulatory process, and the consideration of benefits and costs of regulations.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period no introduced measures in this category were focused upon.
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Appropriations: H.R.1, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011, Sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 48, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011, Sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HJRes 44, to provide continuing appropriations for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2011, Sections dealing with the Department of Agricultures Rural Utilities Service (RUS) and Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS), the Department of Commerces National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon. HR 2 The Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, effective as of its enactment. Restores provisions of law amended by such Act, all sections. HRes9 To require each of the following House Committees to report to the House legislation, within its jurisdiction, proposing specified changes to existing law (including the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act): (1) the Committee on Education and the Workforce; (2) the Committee on Energy and Commerce; (3) the Committee on the Judiciary; and (4) the Committee on Ways and Means, all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HJRes 37 - A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices, all sections. S 28 - Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act to provide spectrum to the public safety community, all sections S 297 - The Antideficiency Act to amends the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that the universal service fund is not subject to the provisions of this act, all sections. S 455 - The Developing Incentives and Opportunistic Sharing Act or the RADIOS Act to provide spectrum for a public safety spectrum communications plan, all sections. S 611 The FCC Tech Technical Expertise Capacity Heightening Act or the FCC TECH Act to permit each FCC commissioner to appoint an electrical engineer or computer scientist to provide technical consultation and to interface with the Office of Engineering and Technology and other Federal Communications Commission (FCC) bureaus and technical staff, all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon. HR 4 The Comprehensive 1099 Taxpayer Protection and Repayment of Exchange Subsidy Overpayments Act of 2011 to amend the Internal Revenue Code to: (1) repeal requirements for the reporting to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) of payments of $600 or more to corporations that are not tax-exempt and of gross proceeds paid in consideration for any type of property; (2) repeal requirements for reporting payments made with respect to rental property which is not part of a trade or business; and (3) increase, for taxable years ending after December 31, 2013, the advance applicable dollar amount of the tax credit for health care premium assistance for taxpayers whose household income is less than 400% of the poverty line, all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA)
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2010 · fourth_quarter · Q4
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: HR 1258/S 30 Truth in Caller ID Act all sections. HR 2135/S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process all sections.
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Continuing Appropriations: P.L. 111-188, (H.R.3082) Continuing Appropriations and Surface Transportation Extensions Act, 2011(among other things, the law extended the continuing appropriations levels thru March 4, 2011, for the areas of Agriculture (RUS), Commerce (NTIA) and Financial Service (FCC) each of which the operations of which NTCA has interest in. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operations and Programs: H.R. 3677 making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Operations & Programs: H.R. 3636 making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Operations & Programs: S. 3606 making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period no introduced measures in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period no introduced bills in this category were focused upon.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2010 · third_quarter · Q3
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCA's small rural communications provider members. Aside from the ARRA law noted in the BUD section above, the association focused on the following introduced bills. PL 107-16 Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001 all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced bills: Health Care Coverage: HR 3590 or PL 111-148 the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act all sections.
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2010 · second_quarter · Q2
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period the association focused on no specific introduced bills.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced bills: Health Care Coverage: HR 3590 or PL 111-148 the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act all sections. H.R.4213 American Workers, State, and Business Relief Act of 2010 section relating to COBRA health insurance premium provisions. H.R.4691 Temporary Extension Act of 2010 Section 3 COBRA health insurance premium provisions. HR 4872 or PL 111-152 -- the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 all sections.
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2010 · first_quarter · Q1
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association contacted officials about the following measures: Health Care Coverage: HR 3590 or PL 111-148 the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act all sections. H.R.4213 American Workers, State, and Business Relief Act of 2010 Section 211 relating to COBRA health insurance premium provisions. H.R.4691 Temporary Extension Act of 2010 Section 3 COBRA health insurance premium provisions. HR 4872 or PL 111-152 -- the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on no specific bills in this issue area, only concepts.
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2009 · fourth_quarter · Q4
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced items: ERISA: HR 2989 to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to provide special reporting and disclosure rules for individual account plans and to provide a minimum investment option requirement for such plans, to amend such Act to provide for independent investment advice for participants and beneficiaries under individual account plans, and to amend such Act and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide transitional relief under certain pension funding rules added by the Pension Protection Act of 2006 all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association contacted officials about the following measures: Health Care Coverage: S 1679 to make quality, affordable health care available to all Americans, reduce costs, improve health care quality, enhance disease prevention, and strengthen the health care workforce all sections. S 2730 to A bill to extend and enhance the COBRA subsidy program under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 all sections. HR 3200 to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending all sections. HR 3326 & PL 111-118 Department of Defense Appropriations Act for FY 2010 Note: Pursuant to H Res 976, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010, HR 3326 was modified in part to include extensions of some direct spending programs and other authorities as Division B ("Other Matters") of the Act. The report of the House Rules Committee on H Res 976 (H.Rept. 111-380, pp. 4-5) summarized the matter included in Division B of the Act concerning SBA loan guarantees; the Patriot Act; flood insurance; Medicare physician payments; surface transportation; unemployment insurance; COBRA; copyright; the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP); and poverty guidelines COBRA sections. HR 3590 an Act entitled the Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act. Note: The bill is the Senate vehicle for health care reform legislation all sections. HR 3925 to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to preclude preemption of a State cause of action relating to a denial of a claim for benefits under a health care plan all sections. HR. 3930 to extend for 6 months the maximum COBRA continuation coverage period for individuals who were involuntarily terminated between April 1, 2009, and December 31, 2009, and to amend the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009 to extend the eligibility period and maximum assistance period for COBRA premium assistance under such Act all sections
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2009 · third_quarter · Q3
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. S 1266 & HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering. S 348 & HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. Cyber Security: S. 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections.
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2009 · second_quarter · 2A
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. S 436 & HR 1076 to amend title 18, United States Code, to protect youth from exploitation by adults using the Internet all sections. S 1266 & HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering. S 348 & HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 2166 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide universal service support to head start programs all sections. Cyber Security: S. 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. Spectrum: S 649 & HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Miscellaneous: S 418 & HR 1006 to require secondary metal recycling agents to keep records of their transactions in order to deter individuals and enterprises engaged in the theft and interstate sale of stolen secondary metal - all sections. HR 2183 to improve public participation and overall decision-making at the Federal Communications Commission all sections.
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2009 · second_quarter · Q2
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law with various policymakers but did not focus on any particular piece of legislation.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. S 436 & HR 1076 to amend title 18, United States Code, to protect youth from exploitation by adults using the Internet all sections. S 1266 & HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering. S 348 & HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 2166 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide universal service support to head start programs all sections. Cyber Security: S. 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. Spectrum: S 649 & HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Miscellaneous: S 418 & HR 1006 to require secondary metal recycling agents to keep records of their transactions in order to deter individuals and enterprises engaged in the theft and interstate sale of stolen secondary metal - all sections. HR 2183 to improve public participation and overall decision-making at the Federal Communications Commission all sections.
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2009 · first_quarter · Q1
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on H.R. 1, Division B, Title III Premium Assistance For Cobra Benefits.
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2008 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitored, reacted to, and discussed policy concepts that will ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention to the following: Health: H.R. 7129-Several approaches to Reduce Uninsured Act of 2008-all sections.
Monitored, reacted to, and/or developed proposals and/or initiatives that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. With regard to the measures listed below, the association is committed to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. There were issues where the association did not focus on legislation itself, but rather focused on concepts and worked with different members of Congress to help them understand the related issues and/or to develop and distribute some form of public statement on the given subject. For example we worked with a number of offices to try to ensure that the Federal Communications Commission understood that there were many members of Congress that are opposed to a drastic modifications in the universal service and intercarrier compensation cost recovery mechanisms that rural providers rely upon. We also routinely discuss access to spectrum, video programming and its equitable distribution and data transmission and all that entails. During the reporting period, in addition to discussing the issues outlined above, association representatives specifically discussed the following bills with policymakers: Broadband Deployment: H.R. 3428 -- To facilitate the deployment by the private sector of broadband telecommunications networks and capabilities (including wireless and satellite networks and capabilities) to underserved rural areas through federal grants and loans-all sections. Government Owned Networks: H.R. 3281 To promote competition and to preserve the ability of local governments to provide broadband capability and services all sections. S. 1853 To promote competition, and to preserve the ability of local governments to provide broadband capability and services all sections. Net Neutrality: H.R. 5353 To establish broadband policy and direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a proceeding and public broadband summits to assess competition, consumer protection, and consumer choice issues relating to broadband Internet access services all sections. H.R. 5994 To amend the Clayton Act with respect to competitive and nondiscriminatory access to the Internet all sections. S. 215 To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure net neutrality all sections. Universal Service/Intercarrier Compensation/Cost Recovery: H.R. 2054 Universal Service Reform Act of 2007 to reform the universal service provisions of the Communications Act of 1954 and for other purposes all sections. H.R. 6356 To reform the collection and distribution of universal service support under the Communications Act of 1934 all sections. S.101 A bill to update and reinvigorate universal service provided under the Communications Act of 1934 all sections. S. 2919 To promote the accurate transmission of network traffic identification information all sections.
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2008 · second_quarter · 2A
The association follows various budget and appropriations measures that may have an impact on the association, its members, and/or the member's consumers. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: Budget: The President's FY 2009 Budget Proposal and related appendices that outline the administration's spending proposals for the Rural Utilities Service, the Rural Business Cooperative Service, and the Federal Communications Commission, as well as related telecommunications programs under each of these agencies. Appropriations: Unnumbered drafts of the FY 2009 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. Specific attention paid to the titles funding the Rural Utilities Service and the Rural Business Cooperative Service, and on the General Provisions section that contains items related to these programs. Unnumbered drafts and mark-ups of the FY 2009 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act. Specific attention paid to the title funding the Federal Communications Commission and on the General Provisions section that contains items relating to this agency and its programs.
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2008 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitored, reacted to, and discussed policy concepts that will ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high qaulity Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: H.R. 3652 To amend title 11, United States Code, to improve protections for employees and retirees in business bankruptcies all sections. H.R. 6049 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, to extend certain expiring provisions, to provide individual income tax relief focus on sections regarding distributions from retirement plans to individuals called to active military service. H.R.6382 To make technical corrections related to the Pension Protection Act of 2006 all sections. S. 2092 To amend title 11, United States Code, to improve protections for employees and retirees in business bankruptcies all sections
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2008 · second_quarter · Q2
The association often follows measures that are tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. We continually visit with policymakers about the connection between advanced telecommunications technologies and the ability of rural communities to survive and contribute to the general economic and national security. During this reporting period, the association focused particular attention on several bills related to universal service and broadband, which are listed under the TEC subject heading. The association also focused particular attention on the following legislation: Telework/Telecommute: H.R. 4106- To improve teleworking in executive agencies by developing a telework program that allows employees to telework at least 20 percent of the hours worked in every two administrative workweeks and for other purposes-all sections. H.R. 5727- To authorize the Secretary of Labor to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas-all sections. S. 1000-To enhance the Federal Telework Program by requiring each federal executive agency, within a prescribed time period, to establish a policy that to the maximum extent possible, without diminishing employee performance or agency operation, allows for each employee to participate in telework-all sections.
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2008 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitored and reacted to policies that ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions.
Monitored and reacted to proposals tied to the federal excise tax on communications which is unfairly applied to different communications services, the federal estate tax, which inhibits the transfer of rural telcos and other rural assets to heirs, and other taxation initiatives that may help or hinder operations of rural community based communications providers. Also focused attention on the full implementation of the Sarbanes-Oxley statute that has the potential to create many financial burdens on small business entities such as rural communications providers. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention to the following: Estate Tax-Discussed the issue in general with different policymakers and committees. S. Con. Res. 70-Estate Tax Amendments: Bacus#4160, Salazar#4196, Kyl#4191, Landrieu, Kyl #4372. Telephone Excise Tax- H.R. 1194-to amend the Internal Revenue Service Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services - all sections. S. 140- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other commnications services-all sections. S. 170 - to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services- all sections.
Monitored and reacted to policies that ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During this reporting period the association focused particular attention on the following:
Monitored and responded to policies that ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: Unintroduced-ongoing discussions with House, Senate, Dept.of Labor and Treasury regarding technical corrections to the Pension Protection Act passed in the prior Congress.
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period, NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. S 3677 Making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. S 3666 Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. S. 3606 Making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S. 649, the Radio Spectrum Inventory Act all sections. S. 773, Cybersecurity Act all sections. S. 778, A bill to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S. 2879, Broadband Opportunity and Affordability Act all sections. S 3304 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 all sections. S. 3610, the Spectrum Measurement and Policy Reform Act all sections. S 3756 Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act all sections. S.3872 Cell Phone Bill Shock Act of 2010 all sections. Unnumbered draft legislation on the subject of net neutrality that was developed by Rep. Henry Waxman all sections. HConRes 311 To express the sense of Congress that it is the responsitility of Congress to determine the regulatory authority of the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadband Internet service all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3101 Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. HR 5777 Best Practices Act all sections. HR 5828 Universal Service Reform Act of 2010 all sections. S 2881 FCC Commissioners' Technical Resource Enhancement Act
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period the association focused on no specific introduced bills.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced bills. S. 3793 Job Creation and Tax Cut Act of 2010-all sections. HR 3962 Preservation of Access to Care for Medicare Beneficiaries & Pension Relief Act all sections. HR 4173 Wall Street Reform & Consumer Protection Act all sections. HR 4213 American Jobs & Closing Tax Loopholes Act all sections. HR 5297 Small Business Jobs Act all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner. During the reporting period the association focused on the following introduced bills. HR 3905 Estate tax relief act of 2009 all sections.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operations and Programs: No introduced bill yet making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Operations & Programs: No introduced bill yet making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Operations & Programs: S. 3606 making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Agriculture/RUS Title.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is pursuing a policy environment that allows its members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following introduced bills: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cybersecurity: S 773 Cybersecurity act of 2009 all sections. S 778 to establish, within the Executive Office of the President, the Office of National Cybersecurity Advisor all sections. S 3480 Protecting Cyberspace as a National Asset Act of 2010 all sections. General: HR 3101 Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009 all sections. S 3304 Equal Access to 21st Century Communications Act all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses - all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission - all sections. S 3490 Spectrum Relocation Improvement Act of 2010 to clarify the rights and responsibilities of Federal entities in the spectrum relocation process - all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas - all sections. Universal Service: HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner. During the reporting period the association focused on no specific introduced bills.
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCA's small rural communications provider members. Aside from the ARRA law noted in the BUD section above, the association focused on no specific introduced bills.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused on no specific introduced bills.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies and their respective policies that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period, NTCA focused particular attention to the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operations and Programs: No introduced bill yet making appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 FCC Title. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Operations & Programs: No introduced bill yet making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 Commerce/NTIA Title. Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Operations & Programs: No introduced bill yet making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010 Agriculture/RUS Title.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 2428 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. HR 3458 Internet Freedom Preservation Act to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 4545 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. H.R. 4619 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to create a pilot program to bridge the digital divide by providing vouchers for broadband serviceto eligible students, to increase access to advanced telecommunications and information services for community colleges and head start programs, and to establish a pilot program for discounted electronic books all sections. S 1266 to amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to require that broadband conduit be installed as part of certain highway construction projects all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. Cyber Security: HR 4061 to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. General: HR 400, to prevent the granting of regulatory forbearance by default all sections. HR 4829 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system all sections. S 3115 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to enhance and promote the Nation's public safety and citizen activated emergency response capabilities through the use of 9-1-1 services, to further upgrade public safety answering point capabilities and related functions in receiving 9-1-1 calls, and to support in the construction and operation of a ubiquitous and reliable citizen activated system - all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation - all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. Video: No bills but pursued hearings and other action regarding the Comcast/NBCU merger based on the premise that the FCC and DOJ should premise any such merger upon conditions to protect the public interest.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period the association did not lobby on any specific bill of this nature but did discuss related concepts.
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact its members. During the reporting period the association discussed small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. No particular piece of legislation was advocated during such discussions.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. HR 3924 to prohibit the Federal Communications Commission from further regulating the Internet all sections. S 1836 to prohibit the Federal Communications Commission from further regulating the Internet all sections. Caller ID: HR 1110 to amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent caller ID spoofing all sections. S 30 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit manipulation of caller identification information all sections. Cyber Security: HRes 797 expressing the sense of Congress with respect to raising awareness and enhancing the state of cyber security in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of the sixth annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month all sections. SRes 285 supporting the goals and ideals of national cybersecurity awareness month and raising awareness and enhancing the State of cybersecurity in the United States all sections. S 773, to ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists to improve and maintain effective cybersecurity defenses against disruption all sections. Net Neutrality: HR 3458 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a national broadband policy, safeguard consumer rights, spur investment and innovation all sections. Satellite: HR 2994 to reauthorize the Satellite Home Viewer Extension and Reauthorization Act of 2004 all sections S 1670 to reform and modernize the limitations on exclusive rights relating to secondary transmissions of certain signals all sections. S 2764 to reauthorize the Satellite Home Viewer Extension and Reuathorization Act of 2004 all sections. Spectrum: HR 3019 to amend the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Organization Act to improve the process of reallocation of spectrum from Federal government uses to commercial uses all sections. HR 3125 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. S 649 to require an inventory of radio spectrum bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission all sections. Technology: HR 3413 to authorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas all sections. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. S 348 & HR 2135 to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. S 2879 to direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a pilot program expanding the Lifeline Program to include broadband service all sections. S 2880 to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture all sections. HR 3646 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a Lifeline Assistance Program for universal broadband adoption all sections. Video: HR 1084 to require the Federal Communications Commission to prescribe a standard to preclude commercials from being broadcast at louder volumes than the program material they accompany all sections. HR 3216 to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to permit the retransmission of signals of local television broadcast stations in an adjacent underserved county all
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operations and Programs: HR 3170 and S 1432, & PL 111-117 to make appropriations for financial services and general government and related agencies (FCC) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010. Note: Latest Conference Report: 111-366 (in Congressional Record H13631-14080, H14081-14369). Note: The conference report on the bill includes provisions for six of the seven FY2010 appropriations: Transportation-HUD; Commerce-Justice-Science; Financial Services; Labor-HHS; Military Construction-VA; and State-Foreign Operations See FCC Title. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Operations & Programs: HR 2847, Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies (NTIA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010. Note: Pursuant to H.Res. 976, the House modified the Commerce-Justice-Science Appropriations Act, 2010, H.R. 2847, substituting the "Jobs for Main Street Act, 2010" as Division A of the Act and the "Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2009" as Division B. The bill became Public Law 111-117 and thus (Regular appropriations for FY2010 for activities funded in the C-J-S Appropriations Act were included in this Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2010; see Division B of P.L. 111-117 - NTIA Title.) Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Operations & Programs: HR 2997, S 1406 & PL 111-80 to make appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (RUS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010 RUS Title.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner. During the reporting period the association contacted policymakers about the following measures: Estate Taxes: HR 3905 to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the 1-year termination of the estate tax, to increase the estate and gift tax unified credit, and to coordinate a reduction in the maximum rate of tax with a phaseout of the deduction for State death taxes all sections. HR 4154 to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the new carryover basis rules in order to prevent tax increases and the imposition of compliance burdens on many more estates than would benefit from repeal, to retain the estate tax with a $3,500,000 exemption, to reinstitute and update the Pay-As-You-Go requirement of budget neutrality on new tax and mandatory spending legislation, enforced by the threat of annual, automatic sequestration, and for other purposes all sections.
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. Aside from the ARRA law noted in the BUD section above, no particular piece of legislation was advocated during such discussions.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. FCC Operations & Policies: HR 3170 and S 1432, Making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, Title V FCC. RUS Operations & Programs: HR 2997 and S 1406 to make appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, Title III RUS.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law as well as other small business operational issues that confront NTCAs small rural communications provider members. Aside from the ARRA law noted in the BUD section above, no particular piece of legislation was focused on during such discussions.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association contacted officials about the following measures: Health Care Coverage: Unnumbered Senate Finance Committees Americas Healthy Future Act to make quality, affordable health care available to all Americans all sections. S 1679 to make quality, affordable health care available to all Americans, reduce costs, improve health care quality, enhance disease prevention, and strengthen the health care workforce all sections. HR 3200 to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending all sections.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association did not focus particular attention on introduced bills on this subject.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association did not focus particular attention on introduced bills on this subject.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner. During the reporting period the association focused on the following: Telecommunications Taxes S 47, S 71, HR 2203, HR 3011 to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services all sections. S 144 & HR 690 to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to remove cell phones from listed property under section 280F all sections. HR 1560 to make the moratorium on Internet access taxes and multiple and discriminatory taxes on electronic commerce permanent all sections.
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period, NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. FCC Operations & Policies: HR 3170 and S 1432, Making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, Title V FCC. RUS Operations & Programs: HR 2997 and S 1406 to make appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, Title III RUS. NTIA Operations & Programs: H.R. 2847 Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, Title I, NTIA.
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law with various policymakers but did not focus on any particular piece of legislation.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association lobbied on both concepts that were under discussion, as well as the following: H.R. 859 -To encourage the development of small business cooperatives for healthcare options to improve coverage (CHOICE) including through a small business CHOICE tax credit - all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association did not focus particular attention on introduced bills on this subject.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association did not lobby specifically on any introduced measures in this category, only on concepts that were under discussion.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound and successful manner. During the reporting period the association focused on the following: Telecommunications Taxes S 47, S 71, HR 2203, HR 3011 to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services all sections. S 144 & HR 690 to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to remove cell phones from listed property under section 280F all sections. HR 1560 to make the moratorium on Internet access taxes and multiple and discriminatory taxes on electronic commerce permanent all sections.
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period, NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband Stimulus Initiatives: P.L. 111-5 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, All sections of the law relating to the Broadband Grant and Loan elements under the NTIA, RUS, and FCC Specifically Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B, Titles I, III, & VI. FCC Operations & Policies: HR 3170 and S 1432, Making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, Title V FCC. RUS Operations & Programs: HR 2997 and S 1406 to make appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, Title III RUS. NTIA Operations & Programs: H.R. 2847 Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, Title I, NTIA.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE
The association monitors and responds to policy issues that impact the ability of its members to comply with the Sarbanes Oxley corporate responsibility law and related regulations. During the reporting period the association discussed compliance aspects of this law with various policymakers but did not focus on any particular piece of legislation.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their consumers, and/or the association. The associations underlying interest is maintaining a commitment to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue effectively serving rural economically challenging markets. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. During the reporting period, regarding introduced measures the association focused on the following: Broadband: The broadband provisions of the economic stimulus legislation outlined above in the BUD issue section. Universal Service: Concepts for modifying the federal universal service program and draft legislative concepts that Representatives Rick Boucher and Lee Terry are considering. DTV Transition: H.R.661 - A bill to provide additional coupons for the digital-to-analog converter box program and to expedite delivery of coupons under such program all sections. H.R.681 A bill to amend the Digital Television Transition and Public Safety Act of 2005 and the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a new digital television transition date, to improve the digital-to-analog converter box program, and for other purposes all sections S.352 - A bill to postpone the DTV transition date all sections.
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies, and their respective policies, that have jurisdiction over rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, and the Rural Utilities Service, and the budget, programs, and policies of each. During the reporting period NTCA focused particular attention on the following: Broadband and COBRA Benefits H.R. 1 A bill making supplemental appropriations for job preservation and creation, infrastructure investment, energy efficiency and science, assistance to the unemployed, and State and local fiscal stabilization, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009 -- ie, the economic stimulus bill. We also focused on other variations of the bill including S. 336 and S. 1, and its final public law form P.L. 5. Our emphasis was on the measures broadband stimulus provisions located in Division A, Titles I, II, & XVI, and Division B , Title VI, and on its Premium Assistance For Cobra Benefits provisions in Division B, Title III.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees, and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association did not focus particular attention on introduced bills on this subject.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA)
Monitored, reacted to, and discussed policy concepts that will ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention on the following: ERISA: H.R. 6143 Pension Protection Act ERISA Amendments Act of 2008 all sections. H.R. 7327 Worker, Retiree, and Employer Recovery Act of 2008 all sections.
The association often follows measures that are tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. We continually visit with policymakers about the connection between advanced telecommunications technologies and the ability of rural communities to survive and contribute to the general economic and national security. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
Focused attention on the full implementation of the Sarbanes-Oxley statute that has the potential to create many financial burdens on small business entities such as rural communications providers. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
The association follows the federal budget and appropriations process as it relates to agencies and their respective policies that touch on rural telecommunications matters. For example, the association monitors the Federal Communications Commission and its budget and policies, as well as the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, and the Rural Utilities Service. During the reporting period the association did not specifically lobby on any introduced measures in this category.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), SENATE
Monitored, reacted to, and discussed policy concepts that will ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention on the following: Military Personnel: H.R. 463-To amend Title 38, United States Code, to terminate the administrative freeze on the enrollment into the health care system of the Department of Veterans Affairs of veterans in the lowest priority category for enrollment (referred to as "Priority")-all sections. S. 1147- To amend Title 38, United States Code, to terminate the administrative freeze on the enrollment into the health care system of the Department of Veterans Affairs of veterans in the lowest priority category for enrollment (referred to as "Priority 8")-all sections ERISA: H.R. 1424-To amend Section 712 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, Section 2705 of the Public Health Service Act, Section 9812 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require equity in the provision of mental health and substance-related disorder benefits under group health plans, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment-all sections. General: S. 558-A bill to provide parity between health insurance coverage of mental health benefits and benefits for medical and surgical services-all sections.
The association often follows measures that are tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. We continually visit with policymakers about the connection between advanced telecommunications technologies and the ability of rural communities to survive and contribute to the general economic and national security. During this reporting period, the association focused particular attention on several bills related to universal service and broadband, which are listed under the TEC subject heading. The association also focused particular attention on the following legislation: Telework/Telecommute: H.R. 4106- To improve teleworking in executive agencies by developing a telework program that allows employees to telework at least 20 percent of the hours worked in every two administrative workweeks and for other purposes-all sections. H.R. 5727- To authorize the Secretary of Labor to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas-all sections. S. 1000-To enhance the Federal Telework Program by requiring each federal executive agency, within a prescribed time period, to establish a policy that to the maximum extent possible, without diminishing employee performance or agency operation, allows for each employee to participate in telework-all sections.
Monitored and reacted to proposals tied to the federal excise tax on communications which is unfairly applied to different communications services, the federal estate tax, which prohibits the transfer of rural telcos and other rural assets to heirs, and other taxation initiatives that may help or hinder the operations of rural community-based communications providers. Also focused attention on the full implementation of the Sarbanes-Oxley statute that has the potential to create many financial burdens on small business entities such as rural communications providers. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention on the following: Miscellaneous Tax: H.R. 3861-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the AMT refundable credit amount for individuals with long-term unused credits for prior year minimun tax liability-all sections. H.R. 3996-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions-all sections. Also the resolution for consideration, H. Res. 809. H.R. 5558-To limit the discriminatory taxation of oil pipeline property-all sections. H.R. 6049-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, to extend certain expiring provisions, and to provide individual income tax relief-sections relating to tax expirations affecting small businesses and NTCA. benefit plans. S. 2342-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide alternative minimum tax relief for 2007 and to provide special tax rates for certain capital gains and qualified dividend income for 2007-all sections. S. 2389-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the alternative minimum tax credit amount for individuals with long-term unused credits for prior year minimum tax liability-all sections. Federal Excise Tax: H.R. 1194-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services-all sections. H.R. 3997-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax relief and protections for military personnal-all sections. H.R. 5793-To restrict any state or local jurisdiction from imposing a new discriminatory tax on cell phone services, providers, or property-all sections. H.R. 6081-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide benefits for military personnel-all sections. S. 140-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services-all sections. S. 166-To restrict any state from imposing a new discriminatory tax on cell phone services-all sections. S. 170-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services-all sections.
Monitored, reacted to, and/or developed proposals and/or initiatives that will impact the operations of rural communications providers, their consumers and/or the association. With regard to the measures listed below, the association is committed to pursuing a policy environment that allows the association's members to continue serving the high cost markets others have often overlooked. The association's primary objective in this regard is to ensure artificial and uneconomic hurdles and barriers are not placed in their way as they attempt to provide such rural communications services. The association believes in setting the appropriate stage to provide rural carriers with the necessary tools to allow adequate cost recovery for the infrastructure and services policymakers and the public are demanding, and that the association's members are, in fact, providing. Maintaining a balance formula of cost recovery consisting of fair consumer rates, appropriate intercarrier compensation, and adequate universal service are all key to this objective. The association further believes that competitive entrants to the business should be willing to live up to the same industry responsibilities surrounding these concepts that incumbent rural carriers have met for decades. In addition, the association strongly advocates for fair access to all forms of content and infrastructure whether in voice, video, or data formats and whether provided via land line or in a moble fashion. The association has from time to time compared notes and informally coordinated messaging with both members and non-member alike, but ultimately identifies, develops, and carries out all lobbying strategies and activities individually, under its own name. The association's advocacy efforts revolve entirely around the premise of informing and educating policymakers and the public alike about issues that are related to the provision of communications services in rural America. NTCA, its members, and rural consumers recognize that an appropriate operating environment is essential if rural providers are to be able to continue doing the effective entrepreneurial job that they always have in providing superior communications services to rural Americans. There were issues where the association did not focus on legislation itself, but rather focused on concepts and worked with different members of Congress to help them understand the related issues and/or to develop and distribute some form of public statement on the given subject. For example, we worked with a number of offices to try to ensure that the Federal Communications Commission understood that there were many members of Congress that are opposed to a reverse auction distribution methodolgy for universal service support. Likewise, we continued discussions on intercarrier compensation as well as phantom traffic and other cost recovery issues. We also discussed spectrum and digital television transmission issues with offices as well as braodband deployment and access to video programming and to the Internet backbone. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following measures and initiatives: Broadband Deployment: H.R. 2419-Farm Bill Extention Act-Title 6 Rural Development subsections related to RUS programs with particular attention to the RUS Broadband Program, broadband mapping and national broadband policy. H.R. 3919-To provide for a comprehensive nationwide inventory of existing broadband service through mapping broadband availability-all sections. H.R. 6124-To provide for the continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through FY 2012, and for other purposes-emphasis on the Title 6 Rural Development subsections related to the RUS Broadband Program, broadband mapping and national broadband policy. S. 1190-To promote the deployment and adoption of telecommunications services and information technologies through mapping broadband availability-all sections. S. 1492-To improve the quality of federal and state data regarding the availability and quality of broadband services and to promote the deployment of affordable broadband services to all parts of the nation through mapping broadband availability-all sections. Federal Trade Commission: S. 2831-To reauthorize the Federal Trade Commission-section related to the repeal of the common carrier exemption from the Federal Trade Commission oversight. Government Owned Networks: H.R. 3281-To promote competition and to preserve the ability of local governments to provide broadband capability and services-all sections. S. 1853-To promote competition and to preserve the ability of local governments to provide broadband capability and services-all sections. Net Neutrality: H.R. 5353-To establish broadband policy and direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a proceeding and public broadband summit to assess competition, consumer protection and consumer choice issues relating to broadband Internet access services-all sections. H.R. 5994-To amend the Clayton Act with respect to competitive and nondiscriminatory access to the Internet-all sections. S. 215-To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure net neutrality-all sections. Safety and Security: H.R. 3403-To promote and enhance public safety by facilitating the rapid deployment of IP-enabled 911and E-911 services, encourage the nation's transition to a national IP-enabled emergency network, and improve 911 and E-911 access to those with disabilities-all sections. H.R. 3773-To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to establish a procedure for authorizing certain acquisitions of foreign intelligence-sections relating to retroactive immunity for communications providers that responded to administration demands for warrantless communications surveillance. H.R. 5540-To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to establish a procedure for authorizing certain acquisitions of foreign intelligence-sections relating to retroactive immunity for communications providers that responded to administration demands for warrantless communications surveillance. S. 2248-To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to modernize and streamline the provisions of that act-sections relating to retroactive immunity for communications providers that responded to administration demands for warrantless communications surveillance. Spectrum: H.R. 1597-To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue a final order regarding television white spaces-all sections. S. 234-To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue a final order regarding television white spaces-all sections. S.337-To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue a final order regarding television white spaces-all sections. President's Budget Request for FY 2009-Discussions surrounding the digital television transition and 700 MHz distribution with emphasis on the initiatives of the association's membership in helping with the DTV transition as well as with regard to the ongoing difficulties they have in acquiring spectrum through the auction process, and thus why it would not be advisable to permanently extend the Federal Communications Commission's authority to auction radio spectrum. Also, held numerous discussions about the Federal Communications Commission's ongoing inability to apply and adhere appropriately to the parameters of Section 309(j) of the Communications Act of 1934. Spoofing: H.R. 251-To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit manipulation of caller identification information-all sections. H.R. 740-To amend Title 18, United States Code, to prevent caller ID spoofing-all sections. S. 704-To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit manipulation of caller identification information-all sections. S. 1654-To prohibit the sale or provision of caller ID spoofing services-all sections. Spyware: H.R. 964-To protect users of the Internet from unknowing transmissions of their personally identifiable information through spyware programs-all sections. H.R. 1525-To amend Title 18, United States Code, to discourage spyware programs and uses-all sections. S. 2168-To amend Title 18, United States Code, to enable increased federal prosecution of identity theft crimes and to allow for restitution to victims of identity theft. Universal Service/Intercarrier Compensation/Cost Recovery: H.R. 278-To amend Section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of Title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act-all sections. H.R. 2054-Universal Service Reform Act of 2007-To reform the universal service provisions of the Communications Act of 1934 and for other purposes-all sections. H.R. 6356-To reform the collection and distribution of universal service support under the Communications Act of 1934-all sections. S. 101-A bill to update and reinvigorate universal service provided under the Communications Act of 1934-all sections. S. 609-A bill to amend Section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of Title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Antideficiency Act-all sections. S. 2919-To promote the accurate transmission of network traffic identification information-all sections.
Monitored, reacted to, and discussed policy concepts that will ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: H.R. 3652-To amend Title 11, United States Code, to improve protections for employees and retirees in business bankruptcies-all sections. S. 2092-To amend Title 11, United States Code, to improve protections for employees and retirees in business bankruptcies-all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE
The association often follows measures that are tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. We continually visit with policymakers about the connection between advanced telecommunications technologies and the ability of rural communities to survive and contribute to the general economic and national security. H.R. 5727-To authorize the Secretary of Labor to make grants for the establishment of information technology centers in rural areas.
Monitored, reacted to, and/or developed proposals and/or initiatives that will impact the operations of rural telecommunications providers, their customers, and/or the association. With regard to the measures listed below, the association is committed to pursuing a policy environment that allows the association's members to continue serving the rural economically challenging markets. The association's primary objective in this regard is to ensure artificial and unecomonic hurdles and barriers are not placed in their way as they attempt to provide such rural services. The association believes in setting the appropriate stage to provide rural carriers with the necessary tools to allow adequate cost recovery for the infrastructure and services policymakers and the public are demanding, and that the associations members are in fact providing. Maintaining a balanced formula of cost recovery consisting of fair consumer rates, appropriate intercarrier compensation, and adequate universal service are all key to this objective. The association bases its approaches on whether or not policies are flexible in their application to rural carriers that have different needs and capabilities and that have far different economies of scale and competitive opportunities than larger carriers. As in the past, the association does from time to time compare notes and informally coordinate messaging with others, but ultimately identifies, develops, and carries out all lobbying strategies and activities individually, under its own name. The associations advocacy efforts revolve entirely around the premise of informing and educating policymakers and the public about issues that are related to the provision of telecommunications services in rural America. NTCA, its members, and their related rural consumers recognize that an appropriate operating environment is essential if rural providers are to be able to continue doing the effective entrepreneurial job that they always have in providing superior communications services to rural Americans. There were issues where the association did not focus on legislation itself, but rather focused on concepts and worked with different members of Congress to help them understand the related issues and/or to develop and distribute some form of public statement on the given subject. For example, we worked with a number of offices to try to ensure they understood the modifications in the universal service and intercarrier compensation cost recovery mechanisms that rural providers rely upon. We also routinely discuss access to spectrum, video programming and its equitable distribution and data transmission and all that entails. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention on the following measures and initiatives: Broadband Deployment: H.R. 2419 Farm Bill Extension Act Title 6 Rural Development subsections related to RUS programs with particular attention to the RUS Broadband Program, broadband mapping, and national broadband policy. H.R. 6124 To provide for the continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2012, and for other purposes emphasis on the Title 6 Rural Development subsections related to the RUS Broadband Program, broadband mapping, and national broadband policy. S. 1492 To improve the quality of federal and state data regarding the availability and quality of broadband services and to promote the deployment of affordable broadband services to all parts of the nation through mapping broadband availability all sections. Federal Trade Commission: S. 2831 To reauthorize the Federal Trade Commission section related to the repeal of the common carrier exemption from Federal Trade Commission oversight. Government Owned Networks: H.R. 3281 To promote competition and to preserve the ability of local governments to provide broadband capability and services all sections. S. 1853 To promote competition, and to preserve the ability of local governments to provide broadband capability and services all sections. Net Neutrality: H.R. 5353 To establish broadband policy and direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a proceeding and public broadband summits to assess competition, consumer protection, and consumer choice issues relating to broadband Internet access services all sections. H.R. 5994 To amend the Clayton Act with respect to competitive and nondiscriminatory access to the Internet all sections. S. 215 To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure net neutrality all sections. Safety & Security: H.R. 3403 To promote and enhance public safety by facilitating the rapid deployment of IP-enabled 911 and E-911 services, encourage the Nations transition to a national IP-enabled emergency network, and improve 911 and E-911 access to those with disabilities all sections. H.R. 3773 To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to establish a procedure for authorizing certain acquisitions of foreign intelligence sections relating to retroactive immunity for communications providers that responded to administration demands for warrantless communications surveillance. H.R. 5540 To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to establish a procedure for authorizing certain acquisitions of foreign intelligence sections relating to retroactive immunity for communications providers that responded to administration demands for warrantless communications surveillance. S. 2248 To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, to modernize and streamline the provisions of that act sections relating to retroactive immunity for communications providers that responded to administration demands for warrantless communications surveillance. Spectrum: Presidents Budget Request for FY 2009 Discussions surrounding the digital television transition, and 700 MHz distribution with emphasis on the initiatives of the associations membership in helping with the DTV transition as well as with regard to the ongoing difficulties they have in acquiring spectrum through the auction process, and thus why it would not be advisable to permanently extend the Federal Communications Commissions authority to auction radio spectrum. Also held numerous discussions about the Federal Communications Commissions ongoing inability to apply and adhere appropriately to the parameters of section 309(j) of the Communications Act of 1934. H.R.1597 To require the FCC to issue a final order regarding television white spaces all sections. Spoofing: H.R. 251 To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit manipulation of caller identification information all sections. H.R. 740 To amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent caller ID spoofing all sections. S. 704 To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit manipulation of caller identification information all sections. S. 1654 To prohibit the sale or provision of caller ID spoofing services all sections. Spyware: H.R. 964 To protect users of the Internet from unknowing transmission of their personally identifiable information through spyware programs all sections. H.R. 1525 To amend title 18, United States Code, to discourage spyware programs and uses all sections. S. 2168 To amend title 18, United States Code, to enable increased federal prosecution of identity theft crimes and to allow for restitution to victims of identity theft. Universal Service/Intercarrier Compensation/Cost Recovery: H.R. 278 To amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act all sections. H.R. 2054 Universal Service Reform Act of 2007 to reform the universal service provisions of the Communications Act of 1954 and for other purposes all sections. H.R. 6356 To reform the collection and distribution of universal service support under the Communications Act of 1934 all sections. S.101 A bill to update and reinvigorate universal service provided under the Communications Act of 1934 all sections. S. 609 A bill to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Antideficiency Act all sections S. 2919 To promote the accurate transmission of network traffic identification information all sections.
Monitored, reacted to, and discussed policy concepts that will ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: Health: H.R.758 To require that health plans provide coverage for a minimum hospital stay for mastectomies, lumpectomies, and lymph node dissection for the treatment of breast cancer and coverage for secondary consultations all sections. H.R.2851 To amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, the Public Health Service Act, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to ensure that dependent students who take a medically necessary leave of absence do not lose health insurance coverage, and for other purposes all sections. H.R.6983 To amend section 712 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, section 2705 of the Public Health Service Act, and section 9812 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require equity in the provision of mental health and substance-related disorder benefits under group health plans, and for other purposes all sections. S.334 A bill to provide affordable, guaranteed private health coverage that will make Americans healthier and can never be taken away all sections. S.1693 A bill to enhance the adoption of a nationwide interoperable health information technology system and to improve the quality and reduce the costs of health care in the United States all sections. ERISA: H.R. 1424 To amend section 712 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, section 2705 of the Public Health Service Act, section 9812 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require equity in the provision of mental health and substance-related disorder benefits under group health plans, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment all sections. General: S.558 A bill to provide parity between health insurance coverage of mental health benefits and benefits for medical and surgical services
The association follows various budget and appropriations measures that may have an impact on the association, its members, and/or the members consumers. During this reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: Budget: The Presidents FY 2009 Budget Proposal and related appendices that outline the administrations spending proposals for the Rural Utilities Service, the Rural Business Cooperative Service, and the Federal Communications Commission, as well as related telecommunications programs under each of these agencies. Appropriations: H.R. 2638: Making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes. Became Public Law No: 110-329. Note: Division A provides continuing appropriations for all agencies and activities that would be covered by the regular fiscal year 2009 appropriations bills, until enactment of the applicable regular appropriations bill or until March 6, 2009, whichever occurs first. Our interest falls on the FCC that is under Finanancial Services title, and the RUS, RBCS that are under the Agriculture title. S. 3260 - FY 2009 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act. Specific attention paid to the title funding the Federal Communications Commission, and on the General Provisions section that contains items relating to this agency and its programs. S. 3289 - FY 2009 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. Specific attention paid to the titles funding the Rural Utilities Service and the Rural Business Cooperative Service, and on the General Provisions section that contains items relating to these programs.
Monitored and reacted to proposals tied to the federal excise tax on communications which is unfairly applied to different communications services, the federal estate tax, which inhibits the transfer of rural telcos and other rural assets to heirs, and other taxation initiatives that may help or hinder the operations of rural community-based communications providers. Also focused attention on the full implementation of the Sarbanes-Oxley statute that has the potential to create many financial burdens on small business entities such as rural communications providers. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: Miscellaneous Tax: H.R. 3861 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the AMT refundable credit amount for individuals with long-term unused credits for prior year minimum tax liability all sections. H.R. 3996 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions all sections. Also the resolution for consideration, H. Res. 809. H.R.6049 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, to extend certain expiring provisions, and to provide individual income tax relief sections relating to tax expirations affecting small businesses and NTCA benefit plans. S. 2342 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide alternative minimum tax relief for 2007 and to provide special tax rates for certain capital gains and qualified dividend income for 2007 all sections. S. 2389 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the alternative minimum tax credit amount for individuals with long-term unused credits for prior year minimum tax liability all sections. Federal Excise Tax: H.R. 1194 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services all sections. H.R.3997 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax relief and protections for military personnel all sections. H.R.5793 To restrict any State or local jurisdiction from imposing a new discriminatory tax on cell phone services, providers, or property all sections. H.R.6081 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide benefits for military personnel all sections. S. 140 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services all sections. S.166 To restrict any State from imposing a new discriminatory tax on cell phone services all sections. S. 170 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services all sections. S.3249 A bill to restrict any State or local jurisdiction from imposing a new discriminatory tax on mobile wireless communications services, providers, or property all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE
Monitored, reacted to, and discussed policy concepts that will ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: H.R. 3652-To amend Title 11, United States Code, to improve protections for employees and retirees in business bankruptcies-all sections. S. 2092-To amend Title 11, United States Code, to improve protections for employees and retirees in business bankruptcies-all sections.
The association follows various budget and appropriations measures that may have an impact on the association, its members, and/or the member's consumers. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: Budget: The President's FY 2009 Budget Proposal and related appendices that outline the administration's spending proposals for the Rural Utilities Service, the Rural Business Cooperative Service, and the Federal Communications Commission, as well as related telecommunications programs under each of these agencies. Appropriations: Unnumbered drafts of the FY 2009 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. Specific attention paid to the titles funding the Rural Utilities Service and the Rural Business Cooperative Service, and on the General Provisions section that contains items related to these programs. Unnumbered drafts and mark-ups of the FY 2009 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act. Specific attention paid to the title funding the Federal Communications Commission and on the General Provisions section that contains items relating to this agency and its programs.
Monitored and reacted to proposals tied to the federal excise tax on communications which is unfairly applied to different communications services, the federal estate tax, which prohibits the transfer of rural telcos and other rural assets to heirs, and other taxation initiatives that may help or hinder the operations of rural community-based communications providers. Also focused attention on the full implementation of the Sarbanes-Oxley statute that has the potential to create many financial burdens on small business entities such as rural communications providers. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention on the following: Miscellaneous Tax: H.R. 3861-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the AMT refundable credit amount for individuals with long-term unused credits for prior year minimun tax liability-all sections. H.R. 3996-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions-all sections. Also the resolution for consideration, H. Res. 809. H.R. 5558-To limit the discriminatory taxation of oil pipeline property-all sections. H.R. 6049-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, to extend certain expiring provisions, and to provide individual income tax relief-sections relating to tax expirations affecting small businesses and NTCA. benefit plans. S. 2342-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide alternative minimum tax relief for 2007 and to provide special tax rates for certain capital gains and qualified dividend income for 2007-all sections. S. 2389-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the alternative minimum tax credit amount for individuals with long-term unused credits for prior year minimum tax liability-all sections. Federal Excise Tax: H.R. 1194-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services-all sections. H.R. 3997-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax relief and protections for military personnal-all sections. H.R. 5793-To restrict any state or local jurisdiction from imposing a new discriminatory tax on cell phone services, providers, or property-all sections. H.R. 6081-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide benefits for military personnel-all sections. S. 140-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services-all sections. S. 166-To restrict any state from imposing a new discriminatory tax on cell phone services-all sections. S. 170-To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise tax on telephone and other communications services-all sections.
Monitored, reacted to, and/or developed proposals and/or initiatives that will impact the operations of rural communications providers, their consumers and/or the association. With regard to the measures listed below, the association is committed to pursuing a policy environment that allows the association's members to continue serving the high cost markets others have often overlooked. The association's primary objective in this regard is to ensure artificial and uneconomic hurdles and barriers are not placed in their way as they attempt to provide such rural communications services. The association believes in setting the appropriate stage to provide rural carriers with the necessary tools to allow adequate cost recovery for the infrastructure and services policymakers and the public are demanding, and that the association's members are, in fact, providing. Maintaining a balance formula of cost recovery consisting of fair consumer rates, appropriate intercarrier compensation, and adequate universal service are all key to this objective. The association further believes that competitive entrants to the business should be willing to live up to the same industry responsibilities surrounding these concepts that incumbent rural carriers have met for decades. In addition, the association strongly advocates for fair access to all forms of content and infrastructure whether in voice, video, or data formats and whether provided via land line or in a moble fashion. The association has from time to time compared notes and informally coordinated messaging with both members and non-member alike, but ultimately identifies, develops, and carries out all lobbying strategies and activities individually, under its own name. The association's advocacy efforts revolve entirely around the premise of informing and educating policymakers and the public alike about issues that are related to the provision of communications services in rural America. NTCA, its members, and rural consumers recognize that an appropriate operating environment is essential if rural providers are to be able to continue doing the effective entrepreneurial job that they always have in providing superior communications services to rural Americans. There were issues where the association did not focus on legislation itself, but rather focused on concepts and worked with different members of Congress to help them understand the related issues and/or to develop and distribute some form of public statement on the given subject. For example, we worked with a number of offices to try to ensure that the Federal Communications Commission understood that there were many members of Congress that are opposed to a reverse auction distribution methodolgy for universal service support. Likewise, we continued discussions on intercarrier compensation as well as phantom traffic and other cost recovery issues. We also discussed spectrum and digital television transmission issues with offices as well as braodband deployment and access to video programming and to the Internet backbone. During the reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following measures and initiatives: Broadband Deployment: H.R. 2419-Farm Bill Extention Act-Title 6 Rural Development subsections related to RUS programs with particular attention to the RUS Broadband Program, broadband mapping and national broadband policy. H.R. 3919-To provide for a comprehensive nationwide inventory of existing broadband service through mapping broadband availability-all sections. H.R. 6124-To provide for the continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through FY 2012, and for other purposes-emphasis on the Title 6 Rural Development subsections related to the RUS Broadband Program, broadband mapping and national broadband policy. S. 1190-To promote the deployment and adoption of telecommunications services and information technologies through mapping broadband availability-all sections. S. 1492-To improve the quality of federal and state data regarding the availability and quality of broadband services and to promote the deployment of affordable broadband services to all parts of the nation through mapping broadband availability-all sections. Federal Trade Commission: S. 2831-To reauthorize the Federal Trade Commission-section related to the repeal of the common carrier exemption from the Federal Trade Commission oversight. Government Owned Networks: H.R. 3281-To promote competition and to preserve the ability of local governments to provide broadband capability and services-all sections. S. 1853-To promote competition and to preserve the ability of local governments to provide broadband capability and services-all sections. Net Neutrality: H.R. 5353-To establish broadband policy and direct the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a proceeding and public broadband summit to assess competition, consumer protection and consumer choice issues relating to broadband Internet access services-all sections. H.R. 5994-To amend the Clayton Act with respect to competitive and nondiscriminatory access to the Internet-all sections. S. 215-To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure net neutrality-all sections. Safety and Security: H.R. 3403-To promote and enhance public safety by facilitating the rapid deployment of IP-enabled 911and E-911 services, encourage the nation's transition to a national IP-enabled emergency network, and improve 911 and E-911 access to those with disabilities-all sections. H.R. 3773-To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to establish a procedure for authorizing certain acquisitions of foreign intelligence-sections relating to retroactive immunity for communications providers that responded to administration demands for warrantless communications surveillance. H.R. 5540-To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to establish a procedure for authorizing certain acquisitions of foreign intelligence-sections relating to retroactive immunity for communications providers that responded to administration demands for warrantless communications surveillance. S. 2248-To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to modernize and streamline the provisions of that act-sections relating to retroactive immunity for communications providers that responded to administration demands for warrantless communications surveillance. Spectrum: H.R. 1597-To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue a final order regarding television white spaces-all sections. S. 234-To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue a final order regarding television white spaces-all sections. S.337-To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue a final order regarding television white spaces-all sections. President's Budget Request for FY 2009-Discussions surrounding the digital television transition and 700 MHz distribution with emphasis on the initiatives of the association's membership in helping with the DTV transition as well as with regard to the ongoing difficulties they have in acquiring spectrum through the auction process, and thus why it would not be advisable to permanently extend the Federal Communications Commission's authority to auction radio spectrum. Also, held numerous discussions about the Federal Communications Commission's ongoing inability to apply and adhere appropriately to the parameters of Section 309(j) of the Communications Act of 1934. Spoofing: H.R. 251-To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit manipulation of caller identification information-all sections. H.R. 740-To amend Title 18, United States Code, to prevent caller ID spoofing-all sections. S. 704-To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit manipulation of caller identification information-all sections. S. 1654-To prohibit the sale or provision of caller ID spoofing services-all sections. Spyware: H.R. 964-To protect users of the Internet from unknowing transmissions of their personally identifiable information through spyware programs-all sections. H.R. 1525-To amend Title 18, United States Code, to discourage spyware programs and uses-all sections. S. 2168-To amend Title 18, United States Code, to enable increased federal prosecution of identity theft crimes and to allow for restitution to victims of identity theft. Universal Service/Intercarrier Compensation/Cost Recovery: H.R. 278-To amend Section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of Title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Anti-Deficiency Act-all sections. H.R. 2054-Universal Service Reform Act of 2007-To reform the universal service provisions of the Communications Act of 1934 and for other purposes-all sections. H.R. 6356-To reform the collection and distribution of universal service support under the Communications Act of 1934-all sections. S. 101-A bill to update and reinvigorate universal service provided under the Communications Act of 1934-all sections. S. 609-A bill to amend Section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of Title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Antideficiency Act-all sections. S. 2919-To promote the accurate transmission of network traffic identification information-all sections.
Monitored, reacted to, and discussed policy concepts that will ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Group Health Plan to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention on the following: Military Personnel: H.R. 463-To amend Title 38, United States Code, to terminate the administrative freeze on the enrollment into the health care system of the Department of Veterans Affairs of veterans in the lowest priority category for enrollment (referred to as "Priority")-all sections. S. 1147- To amend Title 38, United States Code, to terminate the administrative freeze on the enrollment into the health care system of the Department of Veterans Affairs of veterans in the lowest priority category for enrollment (referred to as "Priority 8")-all sections ERISA: H.R. 1424-To amend Section 712 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, Section 2705 of the Public Health Service Act, Section 9812 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require equity in the provision of mental health and substance-related disorder benefits under group health plans, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment-all sections. General: S. 558-A bill to provide parity between health insurance coverage of mental health benefits and benefits for medical and surgical services-all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE
Monitored and reacted to and develop proposals that will impact the operations of rural communications providers and the association. With regard to the measures listed below, the association is committed to pursuing a policy environment that allows the association's members to continue serving the high cost markets few or no other entities have cared to serve. The association's primary objective in this regard is to ensure artificial and uneconomical hurdles and barriers are not placed in their way as they attempt to provide such rural communications services. The association believes in setting the appropriate stage to provide rural carriers with the necessary tools to allow adequate cost recovery for the infrastructure and services companies are providing to rural Americans. Maintaining a balanced formula of cost recovery consisting of fair consumer rates, appropriate intercarrier compensation, and adequate universal service are all key to this objective. The association further believes that competitive entrants to the business should be willing to live up to the same industry responsibilities surrounding these concepts that incumbent rural carriers have met for decades. In addition, the association strongly advocates for fair access to all forms of content and infrastructure whether in voice, video, or data formats and whether provided via land line or in a mobile fashion. The association from time to time compared notes and informally coordinated messaging with both members and non-members alike, but ultimately identifies, develops, and carries out all lobbying strategies and activities individually, under its own name. The association's advocacy efforts revolve entirely around the premise of informing and educating policymakers and the public alike about issues that are related to the provision of communications services in rural America. NTCA, its members and the rural populace recognize that an appropriate opeerating environment is essential if small rural providers are to be able to continue doing the effective entrepreneurial job that they always have in providing superior communications services to rural Americans. There were issues where the association did not focus on legislation itself, but rather focused on issues and worked with different members of Congress to help them understand the related issues and/or issue some form of public statement, letter, memo on the given subject. For example, we worked with a number of offices to try to ensure that the Federal Communications Commission understood that there were many member of Congress that wanted to see the Federal State Joint Board recommendations on universal service implemented. Likewise, we continued discussions in intercarrier compensation as well as phantom traffic and other cost recovery issues. We also wise, we discussed spectrum and digitial television transition issues with offices as well as baordband deployment and rural policy in general. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention on the following bills: H.R. 278-To amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of Title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Antideficiency Act-all sections. H.R. 2054-Universal Service Reform Act of 2007-all sections. H.R. 2419-Farm Bill Extension Act - Title 6 Rural Development-subsections related to RUS programs with particular attention on the Boardband Program. H.R. 3281-Community Broadband Act of 2007-all sections. H.R. 3403-A bill to promote and enhance public safety by facilitating the rapid deployment of IP-enabled 911 and E-911 access to those with disabilities. H.R. 3541-To amend the Do-not-call Implementation Act of eliminate the automatic removal of telephone numbers registered on the federal "do-not-call" registry. H.R. 3919-Broadband Census of America Act of 2007-all sections. H.R. 5353-To establish broadband policy and direct the Federal Commnunications Commission to conduct a proceeding and public broadband summits to assess competition, consumer protection, and consumer choice issues relating to broadband Internet access services, and for other purposes. S. 101-A bill to update and reinvigorate universal services provided under the Communications Act of 1934-all sections. S. 215-Internet Freedom Preservation Act-A bill to ensure net neutrality-all sections. S. 609-A bill to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service conributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of Title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Antidificiency Act-all sections. S. 1492-Broadband Date Improvement Act-all sections. S. 1853-Community Broadband Act of 2007-all sections. S. 2302-A bill to provide for the continuation of agriculture programs through fY 2012-sections related to Rural Utilities Service Broadband Program.
Monitored and responded to policies that ensure NTCA is able to continue offering its high quality Retirement Security Plans to members, their employees and the association staff at affordable rates and on reasonable terms and conditions. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention on the following: H.R. 3185-To amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to provide special reporting and disclosure rules for individual account plans and to establish in the Department of Labor an Advisory Council on Improving Employer-Employee Retirement Practices-all sections.
Monitored and commented on the concept of rural economic development and talked to different policy makers about the connection between advanced telecommunications technologies and the ability of rural communities to survive and contribute to the general economic and national security. During the reporting period the association focused particular attention on several bills realted to universal service and broadband which are listed under the TEC subject hearing.
The association follows various budget and appropriations measures as well as related bills, that in one way or another either relate to funding for a specific program the organization's members may be able to utilize, or that are tied to the ongoing operations of agencies that are important to the operations of the association and its members. During this reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following: The President's FY2009 Budget Proposal and related appendices that outline the administration's spending proposals for the Rural Utilities Service, the Rural Business Cooperatives Services and the Federal Communications Commission, as well as related telecommunications programs under each of these agencies. Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008, and drafts of the FY 2009 language. Specific attention paid to the Rural Utilities Service programs and the Rural Business Cooperative Service programs. H.R. 2829 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2008, and drafts of the FY 2009 language. Specific attention paid to the Federal Communications Commission funding and related provisions.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE
Monitored and reacted to, and develop proposals that will impact the operations of rural communications providers and the association. With regard to the measures listed below, the association is committed to pursuing a policy environment that allows the associations members to continue serving the high cost markets few or no other entities have cared to serve. The association's primary objective in this regard is to ensure artificial and uneconomical hurdles and barriers are not placed in their way as they
The association follows various budget and appropriations measures as well as related bills, that in one way or another either relate to funding for a specific program the organization's members may be able to utilize, or that are tied to the ongoing operations of agencies that are important to the operations of the association and its members. During this reporting period, the association focused particular attention on the following:
Monitored and commented on the concept of rural economic development and talked to different policy makers about the connection between advanced telecommunications technologies and the ability of rural communities to survive and contribute to the general economic and national security. During this reporting period the association focused particular attention on several bills related to universal service and broadband which are listed under the TEC subject heading.
Monitored and reacted to proposals tied to the federal excise tax on communications which is unfairly applied to different communications services, the federal estate tax, which inhibits the transfer of rural telcos and other rural assets to heirs, and other taxation initiatives that may help or hinder the operations of rural community based communications providers. Also focused attention on the full implementation of the Sarbanes-Oxley statute that has the potential to create many financial burdens on small
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE