New Report Urges the United States to Adopt a Digital Skills Framework ASAP
“Right now, we have no comprehensive or standardized way of measuring digital skills in the United States.”
Internet Access & Adoption
OTI Responds to Commissioner Brendan Carr’s Selection as FCC Chairman
“We will continue to defend policies that promote competition, protect consumers, and hold large phone and cable companies accountable.”
11/14 Joint Comments Urging the FCC to Adopt Rules to Protect Consumers from Costly Broadband Data Caps
11/7 Joint Letter in Support of Echostar’s Opposition to the Petition for Reconsideration Regarding Extended Buildout Deadlines with Public Interest Conditions
Broadband Affordability: Removing a Roadblock to Universal Service
While affordability remains a central part of the digital divide, policies for closing it will need to address consumer-side costs.
How the Election Could Change the Way We Use the Internet
Michael Calabrese and Raza Panjwani describe the effects of this election on broadband policy.
Senate Commerce Likely Will Pivot to Spectrum Pipeline Act in Cruz Chairmanship
Michael Calabrese on how the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee’s spectrum legislation approach may shift if the Republican Party takes control.
Could the Election Revive the Affordable Connectivity Program?
Raza Panjwani on the prospects of a return of the Affordable Connectivity Program.
We Can Do Better Than Leaving Kids to Do Homework in Parking Lots
Chhaya Kapadia on the widening homework gap in the United States.
To Withstand Emergencies Like Helene, Broadband Policies Need to Last
Jessica Dine on why policymakers must continue to push forward strong, consistent, and consumer-friendly broadband policies.