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Millions of Americans still don’t have internet at home because of high service costs — shutting them out of jobs and schoolwork. I led a letter to @NTIAgov to ensure IIJA broadband funds help every Californian have access to AND afford internet service. https://t.co/FI5K0PHZo6
Congress has a rare chance to end a destructive welfare initiative, the Affordable Connectivity Program, and all it has to do is what it does best: absolutely nothing. | @DominicJPino https://t.co/e2cfWAWrgd
"Government prospecting into the internet business, especially where multiple providers already exist and compete, ultimately hurts the very citizens they are elected to serve," @GregHughesUtah writes. https://t.co/ztB46i6SQ5
Democratic lawmakers, including members of the Communications and Technology Subcommittee, are urging @NTIAgov to prioritize internet affordability in broadband investments. Concerns have been raised about regulated rates and services, the absence of price controls in the BEAD program, and the lack of a 'middle class affordability' provision in the infrastructure law. There are debates over the role of government in the broadband business and the future of the Affordable Connectivity Program.
