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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.
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
