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Reported covered position: Com Dir and Tech Advisor, Cong Kevin Cramer, 2017; LA, Cong Kevin Cramer, 2016-2017; LC and Personal Asst, Sen John Thune, 2014-2016; Scheduler and LC, Cong Kevin Cramer, 2013-2014; Staff Asst, Cong Kevin Cramer, 2013; Intern, Sen John Hoeven, 2011.
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American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
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NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2022 · 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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1077 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections S. 1166 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 2558 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 5371 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sec. 118 of the IRC.
Source: Senate LDA
To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 4502 - Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. H.R. 2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 and FY2023 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules and priority for providers based on form of organization or commercial status Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending.
Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now Act
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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1077 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections S. 1166 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 2558 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 5371 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sec. 118 of the IRC.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 4502 - Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. H.R. 2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 and FY2023 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules and priority for providers based on form of organization or commercial status Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending.
United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Permanently Preserving America’s Investment in Manufacturing Act
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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1077 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections S. 1166 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 2558 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 5371 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sec. 118 of the IRC.
Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Retirement Tax Credit Parity for Cooperatives and Charities 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 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: H.R. 6738 - Retirement Tax Credit Parity for Cooperatives and Charities Act - all sections.
Public Lands Telecommunications Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Permanently Preserving America’s Investment in Manufacturing Act
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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1077 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections S. 1166 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 2558 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 5371 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sec. 118 of the IRC.
ALIGN Act
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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1077 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections S. 1166 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 2558 - Accelerate Long-term Investment Growth Now (ALIGN) Act - all sections H.R. 5371 - Permanently Preserving Americas Investment in Manufacturing Act - all sections Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sec. 118 of the IRC.
United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
FAIR Contributions Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Technology-Enabled Care in the Home (TECH) Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1038 - Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1051 - BROADBAND Leadership Act - all sections. H.R. 1053 - TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1525 - DIGITAL Applications Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1038 - Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1051 - BROADBAND Leadership Act - all sections. H.R. 1053 - TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1525 - DIGITAL Applications Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
To require the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to establish an interagency strike force to increase prioritization by the Department of the Interior and Department of Agriculture by senior management of the Department of the Interior and Department of Agriculture, or an organizational unit of reviews for communications use authorizations.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
To require the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to establish an interagency strike force to increase prioritization by the Department of the Interior and Department of Agriculture by senior management of the Department of the Interior and Department of Agriculture, or an organizational unit of reviews for communications use authorizations.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
To require the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to establish an interagency strike force to increase prioritization by the Department of the Interior and Department of Agriculture by senior management of the Department of the Interior and Department of Agriculture, or an organizational unit of reviews for communications use authorizations.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1038 - Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1051 - BROADBAND Leadership Act - all sections. H.R. 1053 - TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1525 - DIGITAL Applications Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
BROADBAND Leadership Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1038 - Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1051 - BROADBAND Leadership Act - all sections. H.R. 1053 - TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1525 - DIGITAL Applications Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1038 - Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1051 - BROADBAND Leadership Act - all sections. H.R. 1053 - TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1525 - DIGITAL Applications Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1038 - Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1051 - BROADBAND Leadership Act - all sections. H.R. 1053 - TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1525 - DIGITAL Applications Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
Data Mapping to Save Moms’ Lives Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 978 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1291 - Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 2244 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 978 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1291 - Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 2244 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1362 - The Broadening Online Opportunities through Simple Technologies (BOOST) Act H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2661 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: Public Law No: 116-136 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all broadband sections. Public Law No: 116-260 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
BOOST Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1362 - The Broadening Online Opportunities through Simple Technologies (BOOST) Act H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2661 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
DIGITAL Applications Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1038 - Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1051 - BROADBAND Leadership Act - all sections. H.R. 1053 - TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1525 - DIGITAL Applications Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1362 - The Broadening Online Opportunities through Simple Technologies (BOOST) Act H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2661 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1362 - The Broadening Online Opportunities through Simple Technologies (BOOST) Act H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2661 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Flexible Financing for Rural America Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 978 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1291 - Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 2244 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
Flexible Financing for Rural America Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 978 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1291 - Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 2244 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
Broadband Speed Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Broadband Speed Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Community Broadband Mapping Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Spectrum Coordination Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Creating Opportunities Now for Necessary and Effective Care Technologies (CONNECT) for Health Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
E-BRIDGE Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
E-BRIDGE Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
E-BRIDGE Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Broadband for Rural America Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Broadband for Rural America Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Broadband for Rural America Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Secure Equipment Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Secure Equipment Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Secure Equipment Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
TEAM TELECOM Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
TEAM TELECOM Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Open RAN Outreach Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Open RAN Outreach Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
FUTURE Networks Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
FUTURE Networks Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
American Cybersecurity Literacy Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
American Cybersecurity Literacy Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Communications Security, Reliability, and Interoperability Council Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
Communications Security, Reliability, and Interoperability Council Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 978 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1291 - Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 2244 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: Public Law No: 116-136 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all broadband sections. Public Law No: 116-260 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections. H.R. 4502 - Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending.
Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: Public Law No: 116-260 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections. H.R. 4502 - Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending.
ISAAC Alerting Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Broadband Incentives for Communities Act
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
Spectrum Innovation Act of 2021
Client: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION · Firm: NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
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 the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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: S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. S. 3587 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3600 - Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 - all sections. S. 3793 - Technology-Enabled Care in the Home Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 - all telecom related sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 6982 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 7060 - Connect Unserved Americans Act of 2022 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio, including the 2023 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the funding shortfall for the Secure and Trusted Communications Reimbursement Program.
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, no issues or 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 issues or 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 issues or 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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 4502 - Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. H.R. 2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 and FY2023 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules and priority for providers based on form of organization or commercial status Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: H.R. 6738 - Retirement Tax Credit Parity for Cooperatives and Charities Act - all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2021 · fourth_quarter · Q4
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, no issues or introduced measures in this category were focused upon.
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 the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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 issues or 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 issues or introduced measures in this category were focused upon.
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: S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2965 - A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with data transmission due to increased network usage - all sections. S. 2979 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Development Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 1042 - Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act - all sections. H.R. 1046 - Federal Broadband Deployment in Unserved Areas Act - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1058 - Wireless Resiliency and Flexible Investment Act - all sections. H.R. 1218 - Data Mapping to Save Moms Lives Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2489 - Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act - all sections. H.R. 2501 - Spectrum Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4208 - Section 331 Obligation Clarification Act - all sections. H.R. 5028 - Information Sharing and Advanced Communication - all sections. H.R. 5058 - Broadband Incentives for Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 5378 - Spectrum Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 5512 - Rural Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
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 issues or 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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: Public Law No: 116-260 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections. H.R. 4502 - Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2021 · third_quarter · Q3
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: Draft legislation related to reforming the Universal Service Fund contribution system. Draft legislation to establish vetting process for applicants for broadband funding. Draft legislation related to state broadband offices. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 922 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 1885 - The Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 2330 - Assisting Broadband Connectivity Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2398 - Sustainable Highways Innovation Act - all sections. S. 2407 - Cyber Incident Notification Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 2499 - SAFE DATA Act - all sections. S. 2875 - Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2911 - American Broadband Buildout to Eliminate Americas Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 2970 - Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2183 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act - all sections. H.R. 5440 - Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband permitting applications.
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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 issues or 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 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 issues or 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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Legislative and regulatory issues related to tax breaks and other financial incentives to promote broadband deployment.
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 issues or 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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: Public Law No: 116-136 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all broadband sections. Public Law No: 116-260 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections. H.R. 4502 - Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 - all broadband and telecom sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending.
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2021 · second_quarter · Q2
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: Public Law No: 116-136 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all broadband sections. Public Law No: 116-260 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 978 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1291 - Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 2244 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 4374 - Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). Draft legislation regarding recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC. Draft legislation to fund broadband deployment through states. S. 120 - Safe Connections Act - all sections. S. 436 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act - all sections. S. 1506 - Generating Resilient and Energy Efficient Network Communications Act - all sections. S. 1512 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. S. 1695 - Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility Act - all sections. S. 2071 - BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2398 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 2400 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 2685 - Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3193 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 3369 - Broadband for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 3919 - Secure Equipment Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 4028 - Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act - all sections. H.R. 4029 - Timely Evaluation of Acquisitions, Mergers, or Transactions with External, Lawful Entities to Clear Owners and Management Act (TEAM TELECOM Act) - all sections. H.R. 4032 - Open RAN Outreach Act - all sections. H.R. 4045 - Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act (FUTURE Networks Act) - all sections. H.R. 4046 - NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act - all sections. H.R. 4055 - American Cybersecurity Literacy Act - all sections. H.R. 4067 - Communications Security Advisory Act of 2021 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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 issues or 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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1676 - Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Legislative and regulatory issues related to tax breaks and other financial incentives to promote broadband deployment.
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 the following: S. 1113 - Accelerating Rural Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1038 - Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 1047 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1049 - Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act - all sections. H.R. 1051 - BROADBAND Leadership Act - all sections. H.R. 1053 - TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 1069 - Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure Act of 2021 - all sections. H.R. 1525 - DIGITAL Applications Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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 issues or 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, the association focused on the following: Public Law No: 116-136 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all sections related to the Paycheck Protection Program.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2021 · 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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Legislative and regulatory issues related to tax breaks and other financial incentives to promote broadband deployment.
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: Public Law No: 116-130 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Public Law No: 116-260 (H.R. 133) - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections, including Sections 903 (ACCESS BROADBAND Act) and 904 (Broadband Interagency Coordination Act). S. 608 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 745 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 922 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide funding to States for extending broadband service to unserved areas in partnership with broadband service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 979 - A bill to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 to authorize additional funds for the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund, to provide grants to States and Tribal Entities to strengthen the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier, to provide for Federal coordination between the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier and the National Accuracy Clearinghouse, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1362 - The Broadening Online Opportunities through Simple Technologies (BOOST) Act H.R. 1650 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to study the current and projected demands on rural broadband networks associated with services offered by edge providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2661 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, USACs HUB filing system, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telecommunications workforce. Legislative and regulatory issues related to maintaining broadband access during emergencies.
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: Public Law No: 116-136 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all broadband sections. Public Law No: 116-260 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2022 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding and permitting issues USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, eligible telecommunications carrier designation, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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 issues or introduced measures in this category were focused upon.
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 978 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 1291 - Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 2244 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
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, the association focused on the following: Public Law No: 116-136 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all sections related to the Paycheck Protection Program. Legislative and regulatory issues relating to USF Rate-of-Return recipients and Paycheck Protection Program
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 issues or introduced measures in this category were focused upon.
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 the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2020 · fourth_quarter · Q4
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: H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all sections related to insurance plans.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all retirement sections. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all retirement sections. H.R. 8083 - Preserving Employee Retirement Savings Act of 2020 - all sections.
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2020 · third_quarter · Q3
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: H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all sections related to insurance plans.
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 925 - The Heroes Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 7617 - Defense, Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections. H.R. 7854 - LOCAL Act - all sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2021 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals Department of Homeland Security programs for small company cybersecurity risk management Department of Interior issues related to reviewing requests to access federal lands and property
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2020 · second_quarter · Q2
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all broadband sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2021 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals Department of Homeland Security programs for small company cybersecurity risk management Department of Interior issues related to reviewing requests to access federal lands and property
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION via NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
2020 · 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 as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1502 - Access to Capital Creates Economic Strength and Supports Rural America Act- all sections. H.R. 5844 - Access to Capital Creates Economic Strength and Supports Rural America Act- all sections.
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: S. 151 - TRACED Act - all sections. S. 1046 - Advancing Critical Connectivity Expands Service, Small Business Resources, Opportunities, Access, and Data Based on Assessed Need and Demand Act - all sections. S. 1625 - United States 5G Leadership Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 1822 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. S. 2018 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 3045 - Cybersecurity Vulnerability Identification and Notification Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 3362 - Homework Gap Trust Fund Act - all sections. S. 3456 - the Consumer Data Privacy and Security Act - all sections. S. 3569 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. H.R. 1289 - Preserving Home and Office Numbers in Emergencies Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2741 - Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrows (LIFT) America Act - TITLE I. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3278 - Connect America Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3375 - The Stopping Bad Robocalls Act - all sections. H.R. 4229 - Broadband Deployment Accuracy and Technological Availability Act - all sections. H.R. 4459 - Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 5082 - Gigabit Opportunity Act - all sections. H.R. 5424 - the Protect Broadband Funding Act - all sections. H.R. 5680 - Cybersecurity Vulnerability Identification and Notification Act of 2020 - all sections. H.R. 5844 - The ACCESS Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5926 - RESILIENT Networks Act - all sections. H.R. 6394 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. H.R. 6456 - Serving Rural America Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to robocalls. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to consumer data privacy. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program.
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2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
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, the association focused on the following: S. 1502 - Access to Capital Creates Economic Strength and Supports Rural America 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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1032 - Revitalizing Underdeveloped Rural Areas and Lands (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 2147 - Revitalizing Underdeveloped Rural Areas and Lands (RURAL) Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to tax incentives for promoting broadband deployment in unserved areas.
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2019 · third_quarter · Q3
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: S. 684 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 748 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3630 - No Surprises Act - all sections.
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: S. 151 - TRACED Act - all sections. S. 771 - Small Business Cyber Training Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 1289 - Measuring the Economic Impact of Broadband Act, all sections. S. 1294 - Broadband Interagency Coordination Act - all sections. S. 1502 - Access to Capital Creates Economic Strength and Supports Rural America Act - all sections. S. 1522 - Broadband Data Improvement Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 1625 - United States 5G Leadership Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 1790 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. S. 1822 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. S. 2018 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. S. 2118 - Defending Americas 5G Future Act - all sections. S. 2223 - AIRWAVES Act - all sections. S. 2275 - Broadband Transparency and Accountability Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 2431 - Stop Unwanted Calls for All Act - all sections. H.R. 478 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act - all sections. H.R. 2500 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 - TITLE VIII, Subtitle D. H.R. 2611 - Public Lands Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 2741 - Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrows (LIFT) America Act - TITLE I. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3162 - Broadband Data Improvement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3255 - Telecommunications Opportunities for Workers Engaging in Real Infrastructure Deployment Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3375 - The Stopping Bad Robocalls Act - all sections. H.R. 3780 - Protecting Patients and Doctors from Unlawful Robocalls Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3994 - Modern Television Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4024 - Broadband Transparency and Accountability Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4227 - Mapping Accuracy Promotes Services (MAPS) Act - all sections. H.R. 4229 - Broadband Deployment Accuracy and Technological Availability Act - all sections. H.R. 4283 - Broadband Interagency Coordination Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4459 - Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4641 - Broadband Speed Act, all sections. H.R. 4642 - Community Broadband Mapping Act, all sections. H.R. 6465 - Next Generation Television Marketplace Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted December 12, 2018 concerning the high-cost program in the FCCs Universal Service Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, and buildout obligations. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to robocalls. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video, including retransmission consent and compulsory copyright. Legislative and regulatory issues related to 2018 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the proposed Sprint/T-Mobile merger. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program.
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2019 · 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, the association focused on the following: S. 3650 - ACCESS Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 6745 - ACCESS Rural America 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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: H.R.3055 - Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 - all sections. H.R.3164 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 - Title III. H.R.3351 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2020 - all sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2019 and FY2020 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service Telecommunications Loan and Grant program funding; applicant review and approval sequencing; and applicant compliance with related National Environmental Protection Act and National Historic Preservation Act requirements USDA ReConnect program, including implementation rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to other aspects of rural communications operations Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals Department of Homeland Security programs for small company cybersecurity risk management
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2019 · 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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: Pub. L. 115-97 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act - Legislative and regulatory issues related to employer provided fringe benefits. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the transfer of assets from large telcos to small telcos.
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: S. 151 - TRACED Act - all sections. S. 454 - Office of Rural Broadband Act - all sections. S. 604 - Highway Rights-of-Way Permitting Efficiency Act of 2017 - all sections. S. 771 - Small Business Cyber Training Act of 2019. S. 842 - Improving Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. S. 1013 - Gigabit Opportunity Act - all sections. S. 1682 - AIRWAVES Act - all sections S. 2970 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2987 - National Defense Authorization Act 2019 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. S. 3042 - Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - all section related to broadband. S. 3655 - TRACED Act - all sections. H.R. 2 - Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - all sections related to broadband H.R. 427 - Connect America Fund Accountability Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 530 - Accelerating Broadband Development by Empowering Local Communities Act H.R. 946 - Stopping Bad Robocalls Act - all sections. H.R. 1644 - Save the Internet Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 1648 - Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 1649 - Small Business Development Center Cyber Training Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2870 - Gigabit Opportunity Act - all sections. H.R. 3994 - ACCESS BROADBAND Act - all sections. H.R. 4824 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act - all sections. H.R. 5497 - Office of Rural Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 5515 - National Defense Authorization Act 2019 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. H.R. 6073 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 6465 - Next Generation Television Marketplace Act - all sections. H.R. 7255 - Telecommunications Denial Order Enforcement Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted December 12, 2018 concerning the high-cost program in the FCCs Universal Service Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted December 14, 2017 concerning net neutrality. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF contributions. Legislative and regulatory issues related to a performance testing regime for USF recipients. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the rate floor for rural voice service for USF recipients. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to robocalls. Legislative and regulatory issues related to CAF accountability. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal broadband grants and financing, including a unified federal broadband benchmark, loan guarantees, loan sequencing, and gigabit service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video, including retransmission consent and compulsory copyright. Legislative and regulatory issues related to 2018 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the proposed Sprint/T-Mobile merger. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to data security and consumer privacy. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program.
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2018 · fourth_quarter · Q4
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 the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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, the association focused on the following: S. 3650 - Access Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 2101 - Prior Approval Reform Act - all sections. H.R. 5051 - Public Company Registration Threshold Act - all sections. H.R. 6745 - Access to Capital Creates Economic Strength and Supports Rural America Act - all sections.
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2018 · third_quarter · Q3
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: S. 2976 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. S. 3072 - Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. S. 3073 - Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. S.3107 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 5952 - Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 5961 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 6147 - Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 6258 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2019 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service Telecommunications Loan and Grant program funding; applicant review and approval sequencing; and applicant compliance with related National Environmental Protection Act and National Historic Preservation Act requirements U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Forest Service budgets and policies for permitting access to federal lands and property Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to other aspects of rural communications operations Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals National Telecommunications Information Administration dealing with coordination with other federal agencies regarding broadband deployment
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2018 · 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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 3787 - Small Entity Regulatory Relief Opportunity Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 5051 - Public Company Registration Threshold 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, the association focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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2018 · 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 as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to tax credits for broadband.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: S. 2526 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - all sections. H.R. 761 - Pension and Budget Integrity Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 3596 - Rightsizing Pension Premiums Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 5282 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - all sections.
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: S. 1046 - ACCESS BROADBAND Act - all sections. S. 1822 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. S. 3264 - Bridging the Tribal Digital Divide Act - all sections. S. 3569 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 4015 - Rural Connectivity Advancement Program (RCAP) Act - all sections. S. 4049 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 - all sections relating to cybersecurity requirements for small businesses. S. 4095 - A bill to provide emergency benefits for broadband service during periods relating to COVID-19, and for other purpose - all sections. S. 4131 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 4201 - A bill to direct the Federal Communications Commission to take certain actions to accelerate the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I auction, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 4472 - Ensuring Network Security Act - all sections. S. 4789 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act - all sections. H.R. 2 - INVEST in America Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1289 - The PHONE Act - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4459 - Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 6394 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. H.R. 6395 - William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 - all sections relating to cybersecurity requirements for small businesses. H.R. 6723 - Universal Broadband Act - all sections. H.R. 7302 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 7680 - Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 8368 - Rural Broadband Expansion Act - all sections. H.R. 8650 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act - all sections. H.R. 8808 - EXTEND Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to spectrum allocation. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video service, including retransmission consent reform. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to telephone access rates.
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, the association focused on the following: S. 4792 - Remove Impediments for a Successful Economic Recovery (RISER) Act - all sections. H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all sections related to small business. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all sections related to small business. H.R. 6886 - Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 - all sections. H.R. 7010 - Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 - 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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 133 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - all broadband sections. H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 925 - The Heroes Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 6800 - Heroes Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 7854 - LOCAL Act - all sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2021 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies such as broadband availability mapping, as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Legislative and regulatory issues related to addressing telecommunications access and affordability during the pandemic emergency
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all sections related to small business, insurance and retirement plans. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all sections related to small business, insurance and retirement plans.
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 4152 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 7483 - To provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to authorizing all USDA Rural Development programs to support broadband infrastructure deployment.
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 the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), 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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all sections related to small business, insurance and retirement plans. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all sections related to small business, insurance and retirement plans.
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 4152 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 7483 - To provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - 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 focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all retirement sections. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all retirement sections. H.R. 8083 - Preserving Employee Retirement Savings Act of 2020 - 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 as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 4792 - Remove Impediments for a Successful Economic Recovery (RISER) Act - all sections. H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all sections related to small business. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all sections related to small business. H.R. 6886 - Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 - all sections. H.R. 7010 - Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 - all sections.
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: S. 1822 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. S. 2012 - Restoring Local Control Over Public Infrastructure Act - all sections. S. 3569 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 3648 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 4015 - Rural Connectivity Advancement Program (RCAP) Act - all sections. S. 4021 - Accelerating Broadband Connectivity (ABC) Act of 2020 - all sections. S. 4049 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 - all sections relating to cybersecurity requirements for small businesses. S. 4095 - A bill to provide emergency benefits for broadband service during periods relating to COVID-19, and for other purpose - all sections. S. 4113 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide grants to States and Indian Tribes to deploy affordable, high-speed broadband to unserved and underserved areas - all sections. S. 4131 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 4201 - A bill to direct the Federal Communications Commission to take certain actions to accelerate the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I auction, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 4291 - DEPLOY Broadband Act - all sections. S. 4472 - Ensuring Network Security Act - all sections. S. 4789 - Eliminate the Digital Divide Act - all sections. H.R. 2 - INVEST in America Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 451 - Don't Break Up the T-Band Act of 2020 - all sections. H.R. 530 - Accelerating Broadband Development by Empowering Local Communities Act - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4459 - Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 6394 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. H.R. 6395 - William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 - all sections relating to cybersecurity requirements for small businesses. H.R. 6491 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 6723 - Universal Broadband Act - all sections. H.R. 7022 - To direct the Federal Communications Commission to take certain actions to accelerate the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I auction - all sections. H.R. 7160 - Expanding Opportunities for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 7302 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 7359 - To accelerate rural broadband deployment - all sections. H.R. 7447 - To direct the Federal Communications Commission to take certain actions to accelerate the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I auction, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 7494 - Broadband Adoption and Opportunity Act - all sections. H.R. 7680 - Reinforcing Utility Restoration After Losses (RURAL) Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to state and local role in supporting broadband deployment. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to robocalls. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to consumer data privacy.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all retirement sections. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all retirement 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 focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all sections related to small business. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all sections related to small business. H.R.6886 - Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 - all sections. H.R.7010 - Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 - all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all sections related to small busines, insurance and retirement plans. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all sections related to small busines, insurance and retirement plans.
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: S. 1625 - United States 5G Leadership Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 1822 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. S. 3045 - Cybersecurity Vulnerability Identification and Notification Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 3569 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. S. 3648 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. S. 3663 - COVID-19 Consumer Data Protection Act - all sections. S. 4015 - Rural Connectivity Advancement Program (RCAP) Act - all sections. S. 4021 - Accelerating Broadband Connectivity (ABC) Act of 2020 - all sections. S. 4095 - A bill to provide emergency benefits for broadband service during periods relating to COVID-19, and for other purpose - all sections. S. 4113 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide grants to States and Indian Tribes to deploy affordable, high-speed broadband to unserved and underserved areas - all sections. S. 4131 - A bill to make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. S. 4201 - A bill to direct the Federal Communications Commission to take certain actions to accelerate the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I auction, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 2, INVEST in America Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4229 - Broadband Deployment Accuracy and Technological Availability Act - all sections. H.R. 4459 - Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 5680 - Cybersecurity Vulnerability Identification and Notification Act of 2020 - all sections. H.R. 6394 - Keeping Critical Connections Act - all sections. H.R. 6456 - Serving Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 6491 - E-BRIDGE Act - all sections. H.R. 6723 - Universal Broadband act - all sections. H.R. 7022 - To direct the Federal Communications Commission to take certain actions to accelerate the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I auction - all sections. H.R. 7160 - Expanding Opportunities for Broadband Deployment Act - all sections. H.R. 7302 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 7359 - To accelerate rural broadband deployment - all sections. H.R. 7447 - To direct the Federal Communications Commission to take certain actions to accelerate the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I auction, and for other purposes - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, and the FCCs Rural Digital Opportunity Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS providing emergency bridge loans to rural utilities. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband deployment and railroad crossings. Legislative and regulatory issues related to robocalls. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to consumer data privacy.
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: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all sections related to insurance plans. H.R. 6800 - HEROES Act - all sections related to insurance plans.
The association monitors agriculture policy as it relates to agencies that have jurisdiction over programs and funding for rural telecommunications, primarily the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 4152 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections. H.R. 7483 - To provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), 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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to tax incentives for promoting broadband deployment in unserved areas.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - retirement plan 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 focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - healthcare 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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 748 - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - all broadband sections. H.R. 1158 - Consolidated Appropriations Act - sections related to rural broadband programs. H.R. 1865 - Further Consolidated Appropriations Act - sections related to video services, pension programs, taxes on health care plans, and federal grants received by cooperative businesses. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2021 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service telecommunications and broadband loan and grant programs funding USDA ReConnect program, including coordination with other rural broadband program rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to supply chain issues and other aspects of rural communications operations National Telecommunications and Information Association related to coordination with other federal agencies regarding rural broadband deployment Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals Department of Homeland Security programs for small company cybersecurity risk management Department of Interior issues related to reviewing requests to access federal lands and property
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: S. 972 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2019 - section 206. H.R. 1994 - Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act of 2019 - section 206. H.R. 4035 - The Pension and Budget Integrity Act - all sections.
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: S. 151 - TRACED Act - all sections. S. 1289 - Measuring the Economic Impact of Broadband Act, all sections. S. 1294 - Broadband Interagency Coordination Act - all sections. S. 1502 - Access to Capital Creates Economic Strength and Supports Rural America Act - all sections. S. 1522 - Broadband Data Improvement Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 1625 - United States 5G Leadership Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 1790 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. S. 1822 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. S. 2431 - Stop Unwanted Calls for All Act - all sections. S. 2741 - Creating Opportunities Now for Necessary and Effective Care Technologies (CONNECT) for Health Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 2789 - Satellite Television Access Reauthorization Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 2816 - Broadband Parity Act of 2019 - all sections. S. 2866 - Rural Broadband Financial Flexibility Act - all sections. S. 2867 - Rural Broadband Investment Tax Credit Act - all sections. S. 3045 - Cybersecurity Vulnerability Identification and Notification Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2500 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 - TITLE VIII, Subtitle D. H.R. 2661 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2741 - Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrows (LIFT) America Act - TITLE I. H.R. 2785 - Community Broadband Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3162 - Broadband Data Improvement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3375 - The Stopping Bad Robocalls Act - all sections. H.R. 3994 - Modern Television Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4227 - Mapping Accuracy Promotes Services (MAPS) Act - all sections. H.R. 4229 - Broadband Deployment Accuracy and Technological Availability Act - all sections. H.R. 4283 - Broadband Interagency Coordination Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4459 - Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 4641 - Broadband Speed Act - all sections. H.R. 4642 - Community Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. H.R. 4932 - Creating Opportunities Now for Necessary and Effective Care Technologies for Health Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 5035 - Television Viewer Protection Act - all sections. H.R. 5082, Gigabit Opportunity Act - all sections. H.R. 5424 - the Protect Broadband Funding Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, and carrier choice among distribution mechanisms. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to robocalls. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video, including retransmission consent and compulsory copyright. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to consumer data privacy. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program.
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: S. 2522 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 - Title III. S. 2524 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2020 - Title V. H.R. 1158 - Consolidated Appropriations Act - sections related to rural broadband programs. H.R. 1865 - Further Consolidated Appropriations Act - sections related to video services, pension programs, taxes on health care plans, and federal grants received by cooperative businesses. H.R. 3055 - Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 - all sections. H.R. 3164 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 - Title III. H.R. 3351 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2020 - sections related to the FCC and FEC. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2019 and FY2020 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service Telecommunications Loan and Grant program funding; applicant review and approval sequencing; and applicant compliance with related National Environmental Protection Act and National Historic Preservation Act requirements USDA ReConnect program, including implementation rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to other aspects of rural communications operations Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals Department of Homeland Security programs for small company cybersecurity risk management
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 the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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: S. 684 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 748 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019 - all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), 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 as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1502 - Access to Capital Creates Economic Strength and Supports Rural America Act- all sections. H.R. 6745 - ACCESS Rural America Act - all sections.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: S. 972 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2019 - section 206. H.R. 1994 - Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act of 2019 - section 206. H.R. 4035 - The Pension and Budget Integrity 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, the association focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact the ability of its members to function in an operationally sound manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: S. 1032 - Revitalizing Underdeveloped Rural Areas and Lands (RURAL) Act - all sections. H.R. 2147 - Revitalizing Underdeveloped Rural Areas and Lands (RURAL) Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to tax incentives for promoting broadband deployment in unserved areas.
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: S. 2522 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 - Title III. S. 2524 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2020 - Title V. H.R. 3055 - Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 - all sections. H.R. 3164 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 - Title III. H.R. 3351 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2020 - sections related to the FCC and FEC. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2019 and FY2020 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service Telecommunications Loan and Grant program funding; applicant review and approval sequencing; and applicant compliance with related National Environmental Protection Act and National Historic Preservation Act requirements USDA ReConnect program, including implementation rules Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to other aspects of rural communications operations Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals Department of Homeland Security programs for small company cybersecurity risk management
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), 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 manner as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: Pub. L. 115-97 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act - Legislative and regulatory issues related to employer provided fringe benefits. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the transfer of assets from large telcos to small telcos.
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 the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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: S. 684 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 748 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019 - all sections.
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: S. 151 - TRACED Act - all sections. S. 738 - To require the Federal Communications Commission to make the provision of Wi-Fi access on school buses eligible for E-rate support - all sections. S. 842 - Improving Broadband Mapping Act - all sections. S.1166 - Internet Exchange Act of 2019 - all sections. S.1167 - Digital Equity Act - all sections. S. 1289 - Measuring the Economic Impact of Broadband Act, all sections. S. 1294 - Broadband Interagency Coordination Act - all sections. S.1457 - Sharing Urgent, Potentially Problematic Locations that Yield Communications Hazards in American Internet Networks Act of 2019 - all sections. S.1485 - Map Improvement Act of 2019 - all sections. S.1502 - Access to Capital Creates Economic Strength and Supports Rural America Act - all sections. S.1522 - Broadband Data Improvement Act of 2019 - all sections. S.1625 - United States 5G Leadership Act of 2019 - all sections. S.1790 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. S.1822 - Broadband DATA Act - all sections. S. 2018 - American Broadband Buildout Act - all sections. H.R. 2 - Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - all sections related to broadband. H.R. 427 - Connect America Fund Accountability Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 721 - Spam Calls Task Force Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 946 - Stopping Bad Robocalls Act - all sections. H.R. 1328 - ACCESS BROADBAND Act - all sections. H.R. 1421 - The HANGUP Act - all sections. H.R. 1644 - Save the Internet Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R.2015 - TRACED Act - all sections. H.R. 2355 - Regulatory Oversight Barring Obnoxious (ROBO) Calls and Texts Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R.2500 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 - TITLE VIII, Subtitle D. H.R. 2741 - Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrows (LIFT) America Act - TITLE I. H.R. 2870 - Gigabit Opportunity Act - all sections. H.R. 2929 - Rural Broadband Network Advancement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3162 - Broadband Data Improvement Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3264 - Ending One-Ring Scams Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3325 - Locking Up Robocallers Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 3375 - The Stopping Bad Robocalls Act - all sections. H.R. 3434 - Tracing Back and Catching Unlawful Robocallers Act of 2019 - all sections. H.R. 6073 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 6465 - Next Generation Television Marketplace Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted December 12, 2018 concerning the high-cost program in the FCCs Universal Service Fund. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted December 14, 2017 concerning net neutrality. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF contributions. Legislative and regulatory issues related to a performance testing regime for USF recipients. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the rate floor for rural voice service for USF recipients. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to robocalls. Legislative and regulatory issues related to CAF accountability. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video, including retransmission consent and compulsory copyright. Legislative and regulatory issues related to 2018 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the proposed Sprint/T-Mobile merger. Legislative and regulatory issues related to supply chain security. Legislative and regulatory issues related to data security and consumer privacy. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: S. 972 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2019 - section 206. H.R. 1994 - Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act of 2019 - section 206.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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 the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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, the association focused on the following: S. 3650 - ACCESS Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 2101 - Prior Approval Reform Act - all sections. H.R. 6745 - ACCESS Rural America Act - 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: H.R. 748 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019 - 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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: S. 2976 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. S.3107 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 5895 - Energy and Water, Legislative Branch, and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2019. H.R. 5961 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 6258 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.J.Res.31 - Consolidated Appropriations Act 2019 - Divisions B, C, and D. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2019 and FY2020 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service Telecommunications Loan and Grant program funding; applicant review and approval sequencing; and applicant compliance with related National Environmental Protection Act and National Historic Preservation Act requirements Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to other aspects of rural communications operations Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals Department of Homeland Security programs for small company cybersecurity risk management
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: S. 2526 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - all sections. H.R. 5282 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
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: S. 604 - Highway Rights-of-Way Permitting Efficiency Act of 2017 - all sections. S. 770 - NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act - all sections. S. 1676 - B-CROP Act - all sections. S. 2343 - Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2735 - Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2970 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2987 - National Defense Authorization Act 2019 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. S. 3042 - Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - all sections related to broadband. S. 3085 - Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 3157 - STREAMLINE Act - all sections. S. 3346 - ACCESS BROADBAND Act - all sections. S. 3655 - TRACED Act - all sections. H.R. 2 - Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - all sections related to broadband. H.R. 2520 - BROWSER Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 3359 - Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 3994 - ACCESS BROADBAND Act - all sections. H.R. 4232 - B-CROP Act - all sections. H.R. 4668 - Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 4824 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act - all sections. H.R. 4845 - Connecting Communities Post Disasters Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 4881 - Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 5213 - Expanding Rural Access to Broadband Act - all sections. H.R. 5497 - Office of Rural Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 5515 - National Defense Authorization Act 2019 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. H.R. 6073 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 6430 - Securing the Homeland Security Supply Chain Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 6465 - Next Generation Television Marketplace Act - all sections. H.R. 6703 - Rural Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 6871 - Rural Broadband Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to implementing Connect America Fund Phase II. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted March 23, 2016 concerning USF support for rate-of-return carriers. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted December 14, 2017 concerning net neutrality. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF contributions. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to CAF accountability. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal broadband grants and financing, including a unified federal broadband benchmark, loan guarantees, loan sequencing, and gigabit service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video, including retransmission consent and compulsory copyright. Legislative and regulatory issues related to 2018 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to Community Connect. Legislative and regulatory issues related to cable franchise fees. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the proposed Sprint/T-Mobile merger. Legislative and regulatory issues related to data security and consumer privacy. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the USDAs ReConnect Program.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: S. 2526 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - all sections. H.R. 5282 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - all sections. H.R. 6757 - Family Savings Act - all sections. S. 3781 - Retirement Security and Savings Act of 2018 - Title IV. Senate Amendment to H.R. 88 - section 225.
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: S. 58 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 173 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2017 - all sections. Senate Amendment to H.R. 88 - sections 301 - 303.
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, the association focused on the following: Pub. L. 115-97 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act - Legislative and regulatory issues related to employer provided fringe benefits. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the transfer of assets from large telcos to small telcos.
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: S. 2976 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. S. 3107 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 5895 - Energy and Water, Legislative Branch, and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2019 - Sec. 208-209. H.R. 5961 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 6258 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2019 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service Telecommunications Loan and Grant program funding; applicant review and approval sequencing; and applicant compliance with related National Environmental Protection Act and National Historic Preservation Act requirements Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to other aspects of rural communications operations Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
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: S. 96 - Improving Rural Call Quality and Reliability Act of 2017 - all sections. S. 604 - Highway Rights-of-Way Permitting Efficiency Act of 2017 - all sections. S. 770 - NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act - all sections. S. 1676 - B-CROP Act - all sections. S. 1682 - AIRWAVES Act - all sections. S. 1988 - SPEED Act - all sections. S. 2205 - Tribal Connect Act - all sections. S. 2343 - Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2418 - Rural Reasonable and Comparable Wireless Access Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2735 - Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2970 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2987 - National Defense Authorization Act 2019 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. S. 3042 - Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - all section related to broadband. S. 3085 - Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 2 - Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - all sections related to broadband H.R. 460 - Improving Rural Call Quality and Reliability Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 1546 - Rural Wireless Access Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - Rural Reasonable and Comparable Wireless Access Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 3359 - Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 3994 - ACCESS BROADBAND Act - all sections. H.R. 4232 - B-CROP Act - all sections. H.R. 4668 - Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 4824 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act - all sections. H.R. 4845 - Connecting Communities Post Disasters Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 4881 - Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 4953 - AIRWAVES Act - all sections. H.R. 5213 - Expanding Rural Access to Broadband Act - all sections. H.R. 5497 - Office of Rural Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 5515 - National Defense Authorization Act 2019 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. H.R. 6073 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 6430 - Securing the Homeland Security Supply Chain Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 6465 - Next Generation Television Marketplace Act - all sections. H.R. 6703 - Rural Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 6871 - Rural Broadband Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to implementing Connect America Fund Phase II. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted March 23, 2016 concerning USF support for rate-of-return carriers. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted December 14, 2017 concerning net neutrality. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF contributions. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to reauthorizing the FCC. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of telehealth. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal broadband grants and financing, including a unified federal broadband benchmark, loan guarantees, loan sequencing, and gigabit service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video, including retransmission consent and compulsory copyright. Legislative and regulatory issues related to 2018 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the Tribal Connect Act (House draft version). Legislative and regulatory issues related to Community Connect.
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, the association focused on the following: H.R. 2101 - Prior Approval Reform Act - all sections. H.R. 5051 - Public Company Registration Threshold Act - all sections. H.R. 6745 - Access to Capital Creates Economic Strength and Supports Rural America Act - 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: S. 58 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 173 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2017 - 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 as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: Pub. L. 115-97 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act - Legislative and regulatory issues related to employer provided fringe benefits.
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: S. 2526 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - all sections. H.R. 5282 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - all sections. H.R. 6757 - Family Savings 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, the association focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
The association monitors and reacts to policy concepts that may impact its ability to continue providing 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: S. 2526 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - all sections. H.R. 5282 - Retirement Enhancement and Savings 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 as well as measures that may affect the ultimate transfer of such businesses. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: Pub. L. 115-97 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act - Legislative and regulatory issues related to employer provided fringe benefits.
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: S. 2976 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. S. 3072 - Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. S. 3073 - Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. S.3107 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 5051 - Public Company Registration Threshold Act - all sections. H.R. 5952 - Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 5961 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 6147 - Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. H.R. 6258 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2019 - all sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2019 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service Telecommunications Loan and Grant program funding; applicant review and approval sequencing; and applicant compliance with related National Environmental Protection Act and National Historic Preservation Act requirements U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Forest Service budgets and policies for permitting access to federal lands and property Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to other aspects of rural communications operations Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals National Telecommunications Information Administration dealing with coordination with other federal agencies regarding broadband deployment
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: S. 19 - MOBILE NOW Act - all sections. S. 96 - Improving Rural Call Quality and Reliability Act of 2017 - all sections. S. 604 - Highway Rights-of-Way Permitting Efficiency Act of 2017 - all sections. S. 1676 - B-CROP Act - all sections. S. 1682 - AIRWAVES Act - all sections. S. 1988 - SPEED Act - all sections. S. 2205 - Tribal Connect Act - all sections. S. 2343 - Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2418 - Rural Reasonable and Comparable Wireless Access Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2735 - Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2970 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2987 - National Defense Authorization Act 2019 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. S. 3042 - Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - all section related to broadband S. 3085 - Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 2 - Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - all sections related to broadband H.R. 460 - Improving Rural Call Quality and Reliability Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 1546 - Rural Wireless Access Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - Rural Reasonable and Comparable Wireless Access Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 3994 - ACCESS BROADBAND Act - all sections. H.R. 4232 - B-CROP Act - all sections. H.R. 4668 - Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 4824 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act - all sections. H.R. 4881 - Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 4953 - AIRWAVES Act - all sections. H.R. 5213 - Expanding Rural Access to Broadband Act - all sections. H.R. 5497 - Office of Rural Telecommunications Act - all sections. H.R. 5515 - National Defense Authorization Act 2019 - all sections relating to telecommunications network equipment. H.R. 6073 - RURAL Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to implementing Connect America Fund Phase II. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted March 23, 2016 concerning USF support for rate-of-return carriers. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted December 14, 2017 concerning net neutrality. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF contributions. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FirstNet. Legislative and regulatory issues related to reauthorizing the FCC. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of telehealth. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the FCC moving USF monies to the US Treasury. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal broadband grants and financing, including a unified federal broadband benchmark, loan guarantees, loan sequencing, and gigabit service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video, including retransmission consent and compulsory copyright. Legislative and regulatory issues related to 2018 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the Tribal Connect Act (House draft version). Legislative and regulatory issues related to Community Connect.
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: S. 58 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 173 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2017 - all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
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 the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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, the association focused on the following: S. 2116 - Small Business Broadband and Emerging Information Technology Enhancement Act of 2015 (possible reintroduction in current Congress). H.R. 3787 - Small Entity Regulatory Relief Opportunity Act of 2017 - all sections.
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: S. 19 - MOBILE NOW Act - all sections. S. 96 - Improving Rural Call Quality and Reliability Act of 2017 - all sections. S. 604 - Highway Rights-of-Way Permitting Efficiency Act of 2017 - all sections. S. 1676 - B-CROP Act - all sections. S. 1682 - AIRWAVES Act - all sections. S. 1693 - Stop enabling Sex Traffickers Act of 2017 - all sections. S. 1809 - Moving FIRST Act - all sections. S. 1988 - SPEED Act - all sections. S. 2205 - Tribal Connect Act - all sections. S. 2343 - Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. S. 2418 - Rural Reasonable and Comparable Wireless Access Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 22 - FAST Act - Title XLI. H.R. 460 - Improving Rural Call Quality and Reliability Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 1581 - Tribal Digital Access Act - all sections. H.R. 1546 - Rural Wireless Access Act - all sections. H.R. 1865 - Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 2479 - Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrows America Act - all sections. H.R. 2903 - Rural Reasonable and Comparable Wireless Access Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 3994 - ACCESS BROADBAND Act - all sections. H.R. 4232 - B-CROP Act - all sections. H.R. 4287 - Broadband Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act - all sections. H.R. 4668 - Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 4682 - Open Internet Preservation Act - all sections. H.R. 4795 - Communications Facilities Deployment on Federal Property Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 4798 - Inventory of Assets for Communications Facilities Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 4802 - Streamlining and Expediting Approval for Communications Technologies Act - all sections. H.R. 4810 - Making Available Plans to Promote Investment in Next Generation Networks without Overbuilding and Waste (MAPPING NOW) Act - all sections. H.R. 4813 - Wireless Internet Focus on Innovation in Spectrum Technology for Unlicensed Deployment (WIFI STUDY) Act - all sections. H.R. 4814 - Community Broadband Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 4817 - Promoting Exchanges for Enhanced Routing of Information so Networks are Great (PEERING) Act - all sections. H.R. 4824 - Rural Broadband Permitting Efficiency Act - all sections. H.R. 4832 - Restoring Economic Strength and Telecommunications Operations by Releasing Expected Dollars (RESTORED) Act - all sections. H.R. 4842 - The Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure - all sections. H.R. 4845 - Connecting Communities Post Disasters Act - all sections. H.R. 4847 - Broadband Deployment Streamlining Act - all sections. H.R. 4858 - CLIMB ONCE Act - all sections. H.R. 4876 - Connecting Broadband Deserts Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 4881 - Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act of 2018 - all sections. H.R. 4953 - AIRWAVES Act - all sections. H.R. 5213 - Expanding Rural Access to Broadband Act - all sections. H.R. 5497 - Office of Rural Telecommunications Act - all sections. H. Res. 687 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Federal, State, and local taxes, fees, regulations, and permitting policies should be coordinated and reconciled to maximize the benefits of broadband investment - all sections. H. Res 689 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any infrastructure legislation that provides Federal funds to wireless broadband providers to promote wireless broadband deployment should prioritize funds for wireless broadband providers in States that have enacted streamlined siting requirements for small cells - all sections. H. Res 690 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that no Federal funds granted, awarded, or loaned pursuant to any legislation, infrastructure-specific or otherwise, should be used to fund the construction, improvement, or acquisition of broadband facilities or service in areas where there is an existing broadband provider that meets certain minimum standards - all sections. H. Res 691 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any infrastructure legislation to promote broadband internet access or communications facilities deployment should treat all broadband and communications facilities in a competitively and technologically neutral manner - all sections. H. Res. 701 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that with respect to any study required to be conducted by the Federal Communications Commission, or any entity regulated by the Commission under the Federal Communications Act of 1934, under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 or division A of subtitle III of title 54, United States Code (formerly known as the National Historic Preservation Act), for the provision of broadband infrastructure, the area to be studied should be limited to the area of impact - all sections. H. Res. 748 - Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1865) to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to clarify that section 230 of such Act does not prohibit the enforcement against providers and users of interactive computer services of Federal and State criminal and civil law relating to sexual exploitation of children or sex trafficking, and for other purposes - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to implementing Connect America Fund Phase II. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted March 23, 2016 concerning USF support for rate-of-return carriers. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FCC Order adopted December 14, 2017 concerning net neutrality. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF contributions. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USDA/RUS Telecom Loan Portfolio. Legislative and regulatory issues related to IP interconnection. Legislative and regulatory issues related to broadband mapping. Legislative and regulatory issues related to FirstNet. Legislative and regulatory issues related to reauthorizing the FCC. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of telehealth. Legislative and regulatory issues related to reserving television white spaces for unlicensed use. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the FCC moving USF monies to the US Treasury. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal broadband grants and financing, including a unified federal broadband benchmark, loan guarantees, loan sequencing, and gigabit service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the provision of video, including retransmission consent and compulsory copyright. Legislative and regulatory issues related to 2018 Farm Bill. Legislative and regulatory issues related to the Tribal Connect Act (House draft version). Legislative and regulatory issues related to Community Connect.
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. Primarily 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, the association focused on the following: S. 1603 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018 - all sections. S. 1662 - Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018 - all sections. H.R. 1625 - Fiscal Year 2018 Omnibus Appropriations - Division A, Titles III and VII; Division B, Title I; Division P; Sections related to broadband and telecom. H.R. 1892 - Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 - sections related to broadband and telecom. H.R. 3267 - Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018 - all sections. H.R. 3268 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018 - all sections. H.R. 3280 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2018 - all sections. H.R. 3354 - Fiscal Year 2017 Omnibus Appropriations - Division A, Title I; Division B, Title III; Division C, Title I; Division D, Title V. H.R. 5051 - Public Company Registration Threshold Act - all sections. Appropriations discussions regarding the perspective of rural broadband providers as they relate to FY2018 and FY2019 tied to the following: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service Telecommunications Loan and Grant program funding; applicant review and approval sequencing; and applicant compliance with related National Environmental Protection Act and National Historic Preservation Act requirements U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Business Cooperative Service Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant Program U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Forest Service budgets and policies for permitting access to federal lands and property Federal Communications Commission oversight of Universal Service Fund and related policies as well as policies tied to other aspects of rural communications operations Federal Election Commission regulations dealing with solicitation prior approvals National Telecommunications and Information Administration dealing with coordination with other federal agencies regarding broadband deployment
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: S. 58 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2017 - all sections. H.R. 173 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2017 - all sections.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE