Upcoming event
Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced that the items below are tentatively on the agenda for the March Open Commission Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 16, 2022:
- Empowering Broadband Consumers Through Transparency The Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would propose to require that broadband internet access service providers display, at the point of sale, labels to disclose to consumers certain information about their prices, introductory rates, data allowances, broadband speeds, and management practices, among other things. (CG Docket No. 22-2)
A discussion on the recently relaunched US-EU dialogue on technology policy.
Fireside Chat
- Ruth Berry, Director for Digital Technology Policy; International Economics and Competitiveness, National Security Council, White House
- Thibaut Kleiner, Director, Policy, Strategy and Outreach, DG Connect, European Commission
- Lise Fuhr, Director General, ETNO
- Jonathan Spalter, President & CEO, USTelecom
Panel
A roundtable discussion
A hearing to examine strategies to strengthen the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), which establishes the roles and responsibilities of federal agencies related to the security of federal information systems and data and requires compliance with cybersecurity standards.
Disinformation is a global security threat, interfering with elections, contributing to the rise of authoritarian sentiments and spreading harmful, medical misinformation about COVID-19. On Tuesday, Jan. 11, join thought leaders and key players for a discussion on the outsized impact disinformation campaigns have had around the world and what solutions are necessary to curb a global information disorder.
The passage of the Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act brings with it billions in new investments in the U.S. for expanding broadband and closing the digital divide, improving our cybersecurity defenses, enhancing government digital services, and much more. But how can this funding be allocated to ensure that the largest infrastructure bill in recent history is delivering its full benefits to all Americans?
Hear from FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks on how government can work with industry to ensure effective and timely deployment of infrastructure funding.
FCC Announces January Open Meeting Agenda
Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced that the items below are tentatively on the agenda for the January 2022 Open Commission Meeting:
The USDA Rural Development Rural Utilities Service (RUS) is providing a three-day workshop on applying for ReConnect Funds. Registration is free. The workshop will provide in-depth sessions on all aspects of the Application Intake System, deep dives into each section of the ReConnect application and live demonstrations of Application System functionality.
The three-day workshops will take place virtually and provide attendees with an understanding of the ReConnect program application system and program requirements for FY2022. Topics will include: