National Broadband Plan Field Hearing -- Austin, Texas

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Date: Sep 21 2009 - 9:00am - 12:00pm

National Broadband Plan Field Hearing -- Austin, Texas

Federal Communications Commission
Texas University Club
2108 Robert Dedman Drive
Austin, TX 78712
Monday September 21, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DOC-293487A1.doc

In an effort to solicit input from the public in the development of a National Broadband Plan, the FCC announced today the dates and sites for initial field hearings.

FCC Commissioner Meredith Atwell Baker will represent the Commission at the initial field hearing. Two panels will explore the challenges of broadband deployment in Texas, including spectrum access, infrastructure, and rural issues.

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