Digital Government
Groups urge Obama to adopt national broadband strategy
Coalition issues plan calling from affordable rates, computer training, faster speeds and wider deployment in underserved rural areas.
Digital Government
Key tech players aid Obama transition behind the scenes
Roster of communication executives and former officials leave some wondering whether academics selected to lead FCC review will actually be calling the shots.
Digital Government
Tech firms back two Senate Commerce Republicans
Lawmakers have pro-business records and voted for massive telecommunications deregulation bill.
Digital Government
Tech czar might rule policy under Obama
FCC commissioner Jonathan Adelstein is viewed as a contender for the position of chief technology officer if Democrats win the White House.
Digital Government
Prospect of delayed spectrum auction riles key lawmaker
House Homeland Security Intelligence Subcommittee chairwoman worries virtually no progress has been made on network for first responders.
Modernization
Mobile service providers unhappy with FCC auction plan
Companies argue the proposal by chairman Kevin Martin would interfere with their operations in adjacent airwaves and impose conditions that largely benefit one bidder.
Emerging Tech
Key lawmakers dial up the action on enhanced 911 bill
Legislation would enable emergency dispatchers to identify the address, name and phone number of callers who use an Internet-based phone service
Digital Government
Deal on rival e911 bills hinges on access to databases
Contention surrounds question of whether telecoms should be allowed to access 911 records for petitions seeking regulatory relief from the FCC.
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