The lawmakers argue cutting the federal broadband program would not address concerns about students’ screen time, pointing instead to existing internet-safety requirements and local device-use policies.

The study found that for every $1 cut from the E-Rate program, the U.S. GDP would be reduced by about $1.60.

The report evaluated nine broadband programs and recommended improvements to data and guidance provided to states during the deployment process.

The FCC has initiated a broad review of the federal E-Rate program, opening the possibility for it to be limited or even terminated.

Controversially, the FCC voted to create a competitive bidding portal for schools and libraries participating in the E-Rate broadband subsidy program.

A cohort of advocacy groups argued that an online E-Rate portal would be "overly burdensome" for under-resourced schools, libraries and ISPs.

A cohort of advocacy groups claim that changes the FCC is proposing to its Lifeline program will make it more difficult for low-income people to enroll in…

New federal efforts follow rising frustrations with state and local permitting processes for building new broadband infrastructure.

After 17 years of litigation, a judge has denied AT&T’s motion for summary judgment, allowing the case to proceed to trial.

The FCC voted to remove old rate limits on call charges at jails and prisons. The rates, often levied by companies with local monopolies, will nearly double…