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Reported covered position: Policy Advisor/LA, Sen. Tina Smith, 2018-2020; Leg Aide, Sen. Al Franken, 2016-2018; LC, Sen. Al Franken, 2015-2016; Interim Deputy Dir. of Scheduling/Asst to the Chief of Staff, Sen. Al Franken, 2014; Legislative Intern, Sen. Al Franken, 2013-2014.
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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 · second_quarter · Q2
The association monitors initiatives tied to rural and community economic development which typically have a direct connection to the type and level of communications services that may be available in a rural community or market area, and that are often important to the survival of such communities and market areas. During the reporting period, the association focused on the following: Legislative and regulatory issues related to infrastructure spending. Legislative and regulatory issues related to federal permitting.
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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.
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. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
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.
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. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
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.
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.
Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds 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. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
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.
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. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
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.
Spectrum Innovation 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. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
American Data Privacy and Protection 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. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
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.
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.
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.
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. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
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. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
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.
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. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
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. 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.
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.
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.
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. 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.
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. 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.
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.
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 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). 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 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.
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.
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: 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.
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: 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.
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: 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 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.
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: 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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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: 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.
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: 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.
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.
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. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 - all telecom related sections. S. 2427 - The FAIR Contributions Act - all sections. S. 3236 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all 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. 4374 Broadband Connections for Rural America Act - all sections. H.R. 5400 - Preventing Disruptions to Universal Service Funds Act-all sections H.R. 6314 - Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act - all sections. H.R. 7624 - Spectrum Innovation Act of 2022 - all sections. H.R. 8152 --- American Data Privacy and Protection Act - all sections. Legislative and regulatory issues related to USF, including contributions, performance testing, coordination among programs, buildout obligations, vetting providers prior to allocating USF support, 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 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. Legislative and regulatory issues related to middle mile funding for broadband service. Legislative and regulatory issues related to network resilience. An amicus brief related to the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund.
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 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 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: 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 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.
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.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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.
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
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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.
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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
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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.
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
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