Implementing the National Broadband Plan | Issues

Eliminate tax and regulatory barriers to telework

Recommendation #155
FCC Chapter: 13.6
Congress should consider eliminating tax and regulatory barriers to telework.

Design new Universal Service Fund funds in a tax-efficient manner

Recommendation #67
FCC Chapter: 8.4

Status: In progress

The Federal Communications Commission should design new Universal Service Fund funds in a tax-efficient manner to minimize the size of the gap.

Make the Research and Experimentation (R&E) tax credit a longterm tax credit

Recommendation #58
FCC Chapter: 7.2
Congress should consider making the Research and Experimentation (R&E) tax credit a longterm tax credit to stimulate broadband R&D.

Foster the development of research networks and wireless testbeds

Recommendation #56
FCC Chapter: 7.0.1
The federal government must continue to do its part to foster the development of research networks and wireless testbeds through a clear R&D funding agenda that is focused on broadband networks, equipment, services and applications.

National Framework for Digital Goods and Services Taxation

Recommendation #20
FCC Chapter: 4.20

Status: Started

The federal government should investigate establishing a national framework for digital goods and services taxation.