New Tools Help Federally Qualified Health Centers Close Care Gaps
Federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) are often the first point of contact for underserved populations seeking access to care.
January 2024
Hottest Job in Corporate America? The Executive in Charge of A.I. (New York Times)
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FCC Enforcement Bureau Announces Senior Staff Additions
The Federal Communications Commission’s Enforcement Bureau announced senior staff appointments, adding officials with significant experience and expertise in national security, foreign investment, privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, and consumer and civil litigation matters.
Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel Announces Staff Changes
Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced changes to her leadership team. At the conclusion of the January Open Meeting, Chairwoman Rosenworcel announced the formal departure of Deena Shetler from her team. Sanford Williams will serve as Deputy Chief of staff. Williams has worked in various roles at the FCC since 1999. Most recently he served as a Special Advisor to the Chairwoman and Deputy Managing Director in the Office of Managing Director.
Public Service Commission of Wisconsin Announces Grant Funding Opportunities to Improve Telecommunications Access and Affordability in Wisconsin
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) is encouraging eligible organizations to apply for grant funding to improve the availability of telecommunications services for Wisconsin residents. The grant funding opportunities include the Nonprofit Access Grant Program, the Lifeline Outreach Grant Program, and the Telemedicine Grant Program. All three grant programs are funded by the Universal Service Fund to help Wisconsin residents get essential and advanced telecommunications services.
One-third of consumers say they have trouble finding a new internet service provider
Broadband providers frequently talk about how competitive the industry is right now and how they must work to retain and gain new customers. But consumers have their own pain points when choosing an internet service provider (ISP). According to a recent study by Parks Associates, almost 30% of U.S.