Kathleen Slattery Thompson

Overview of the FCC’s Broadband Data Collection Resources

The Federal Communications Commission launched its Broadband Data Collection (BDC) program on June 30, 2022.

The Who, What, When, and Where of the FCC’s New Broadband Data Collection

As discussed in Keller & Heckman's initial post in this series, the Federal Communications Commission is about to launch its new Broadband Data Collection (BDC) program.

The FCC’s New Broadband Data Collection is About to Launch

The Federal Communications Commission is poised to implement a comprehensive overhaul of its existing broadband data mapping and collection process with a new Broadband Data Collection (BDC) program. Under the BDC, all facilities-based providers of fixed and mobile broadband Internet access services will be required to submit broadband data on a biannual basis. As discussed below, the initial filing window is between June 30, 2022, and September 1, 2022. Ensuring nationwide access to affordable high-speed broadband service is a national priority.