From mboxrd@z Thu Jan 1 00:00:00 1970 Return-Path: Received: from mail-wm1-x336.google.com (mail-wm1-x336.google.com [IPv6:2a00:1450:4864:20::336]) (using TLSv1.2 with cipher ECDHE-RSA-AES128-GCM-SHA256 (128/128 bits)) (No client certificate requested) by lists.bufferbloat.net (Postfix) with ESMTPS id F10323CB37 for ; Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:43:42 -0400 (EDT) Received: by mail-wm1-x336.google.com with SMTP id 5b1f17b1804b1-41412411622so7201895e9.2 for ; Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:43:42 -0700 (PDT) DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; d=gmail.com; s=20230601; t=1711028620; x=1711633420; darn=lists.bufferbloat.net; h=to:subject:message-id:date:from:in-reply-to:references:mime-version :from:to:cc:subject:date:message-id:reply-to; bh=0UR5zanrqc4y0bFZ2iw7WzvGAD4DoF+tQDwJD1XtPU4=; b=hFdVfhHsAADrehRE/6Uaqk+WcyPQyI8iWcy4RlVucF+jjeDjQiKFZWZKz81qeM9eZI Y7VQKifarUcot9wEPKcCWduqPIHGheox/RoejNDOPEQkrtJCWb13GaXRLEA5e3dM4Hw4 yvGPe91ibYeTnGZqO18aGpYTsRprIa2zmOGLanDG7atg7sY1b4lnyjZlzGglTteKDfsG YVhSuQWpy56imNw4aG8gPiGM9eWKaBE1/pIgcpM2goLvoImNBqcSk9h/rHnYgk7QWzPZ r+fjQvI1Oz9WeeDQjj0RKyDywzrBaHgz7JAv057WbM82ng7/y5A0EjuYovj4fJ1Yx16X 9Hiw== X-Google-DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; d=1e100.net; s=20230601; t=1711028620; x=1711633420; h=to:subject:message-id:date:from:in-reply-to:references:mime-version :x-gm-message-state:from:to:cc:subject:date:message-id:reply-to; bh=0UR5zanrqc4y0bFZ2iw7WzvGAD4DoF+tQDwJD1XtPU4=; b=IxUnHrj5W8/DQdIzcRQ2cTcl0mCmNmy5A4p3lbKT9MPnefbc2qV0Ew6j/9K9DMVMzE 3EtG43rC+IYn81jChuoQlAIvW6z5o5IqzSdYQt7hDG2qXYKbbtcCGASsq4TznDhANjOz 7h0/1pOPnA7VCI9pDmFYmFyCA02G2LZO/WC0yXSV3qKxq8HvoDrOLY+R/i6tTHvJS6YP jxRgfi30ZJT2uIKOjI+sFZWoDRAheQHAmawZNLzTEry4x87ylMMPQLStlWgCNbDE6/mP WRtNZwAQWNinJaAM8B9pZCTxy0fTpaftsgHH82X7LC3QUzqAfQ6l94mAxRp4jwjKsXDh nrgg== X-Gm-Message-State: AOJu0YwU2UuGmq2cyApmqB7LFsym7C3JMV4VgILPF7oqai/t+ydbRrtD 1+hvm5KD1x4DSK7immFdeMw3gdx1UteXhHnkIi6Jpq3Q1h76te9xkD0umB+0jAH2MxtSBuZAQ3o Ky30UTPQ5QG0631J9Q66M655iX47j+xru X-Google-Smtp-Source: AGHT+IEZp5WKvceq6h2dTM07Kbn2zJVvkxhoM7uAPUX5BK20IBgLMCNsrrAVBW6Wq1zT74cFFaL/NPO/ODROShhOxjs= X-Received: by 2002:a05:600c:304a:b0:414:392:3abc with SMTP id n10-20020a05600c304a00b0041403923abcmr1448686wmh.11.1711028619808; Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:43:39 -0700 (PDT) MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <5637f8058831c038004b4f502.62f1e7a8b2.20240321132232.78c4b0d97e.e8525810@mail85.sea21.rsgsv.net> In-Reply-To: <5637f8058831c038004b4f502.62f1e7a8b2.20240321132232.78c4b0d97e.e8525810@mail85.sea21.rsgsv.net> From: Dave Taht Date: Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:43:28 -0400 Message-ID: To: =?UTF-8?Q?Network_Neutrality_is_back=21_Let=C2=B4s_make_the_technical_asp?= =?UTF-8?Q?ects_heard_this_time=21?= Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="000000000000159fba06142be54a" Subject: [NNagain] Fwd: New Exclusive Report on 'Rip and Replace' X-BeenThere: nnagain@lists.bufferbloat.net X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.20 Precedence: list List-Id: =?utf-8?q?Network_Neutrality_is_back!_Let=C2=B4s_make_the_technical_aspects_heard_this_time!?= List-Unsubscribe: , List-Archive: List-Post: List-Help: List-Subscribe: , X-List-Received-Date: Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:43:43 -0000 --000000000000159fba06142be54a Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable I have been trying to point out for many years now, that a lot of hardware can just have it's firmware replaced with something more trustable, secure, reliable, and feature full. I was appalled at the recent BOFO (?) rules that mandated buy american for secure .... glass .... and totally ignored the firmware problem. I have not read up on rip and replace progress below, and am afraid to, if someone could summarize? Ironically, I regard Huwai's compliance with the GPL, and general open source contribution philosophy as exemplary in an industry that seemingly has forgotten the benefits of openness or the copyright provisions of that license. The president of huwai once responded to complaints by promising to open up all it's source code for inspection... (cannot find the link), but the CISCOs of the world evaporated that possibility, and the mess downstream of most chinese AND american manufacturers has to be scanned to be believed. ... a lot of huwai's consumer gear can be reflashed to OpenWrt, which is maintained by a group of very security concious folk, mostly based in germany. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Broadband Breakfast Date: Thu, Mar 21, 2024 at 9:23=E2=80=AFAM Subject: New Exclusive Report on 'Rip and Replace' To: Dave Taht Broadband Breakfast Live Online Every Wednesday at 12 Noon ET View this email in your browser *'RIP AND REPLACE'* The Policy and Law Behind 'Rip and Replace' * * Emerging reports signal a growing concern among telecommunications providers grappling with compliance to the Federal Communications Commission's mandate to excise problematic equipment from certain Chinese companies. Amid this regulatory melange, providers are finding themselves at a crossroads, with the daunting task of navigating stringent regulations, facing the financial brunt of equipment replacement, and contending with the ambiguity surrounding funding mechanisms for such extensive undertakings. At the heart of this unfolding scenario is the "rip and replace" program, a cornerstone initiative under the *Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019* , designed to fortify the nation's telecommunications infrastructure against potential espionage and cyber threats. This *comprehensive effort * not only mandates the purging of equipment from companies like Huawei Technologies and ZTE Corporation, deemed security risks, but also underscores a pivotal shift towards securing the integrity and reliability of U.S. telecommunications networks. As the FCC enforces this order, the ripple effects are palpable, spanning legal and financial implications for compliant companies and operational challenges that demand innovative solutions, all while setting a precedent for how national security considerations are increasingly shaping the telecommunications landscape. *What is 'Rip and Replace'?* The rip and replace initiative, officially part of the initiatives under *t= he Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019* , is a Federal Communications Commission effort aimed at enhancing national security within the country's telecommunications infrastructure. Read more by becoming a Broadband Breakfast Club Member.... *Have you been to Broadband Breakfast lately?* Broadband Breakfast has been freshly redesigned to make it easier to find the content you need about America's broadband buildout. Broadband Breakfast is the community for Better Broadband, Better Lives. *#BROADBAND LIVE* Fiber and Wireless Solutions for 'Always On' Deployment Strategies on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 *TUESDAY at 2 p.m. ET =E2=80=93 REGISTER HERE to join live! * The application of quantum physics to traditional internet connections holds great promise for enhancing speed, efficiency, and security in future networks. As quantum processors venture out of physics labs and into data centers, hear how they could work in tandem with advancing broadband infrastructure to transmit vast datasets across future internet backbones. Tune in for a dynamic discussion on how quantum mechanics can transform computing, the internet and global communications. The digital infrastructure is evolving at exponential rates and the demand for smarter systems and a more connected world is imperative to the progression of our communities. Deploying a broadband strategy isn=E2=80=99= t straight forward and requires flexibility, creativity, and the ability to pivot quickly. Join the Wesco experts as they dive into the wireless and fiber solutions driving innovation, enabling 24/7 connectivity and IoT, and fortifying communities for tomorrow. *Panelists* - *Chris Bailey*, Director, Strategic Accounts - *Carla Shaffer*, Vice President, Wireless - *Drew Clark *(moderator), Editor and Publisher, Broadband Breakfast Most Democratic Senators Want Congress to Make ACP Renewal 'Must Pass' Legislation WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 =E2=80=93 Thirty three Democratic and Independen= t Senators on Friday co-signed a letter urging Senate and House leaders to use =E2=80=9Cmust-pass=E2=80=9D budget legislation to include an extension = of the Affordable Connectivity Program. The *letter urges Congressional leaders* to support bipartisan legislation to save the ACP from expiration when funds are expected to be exhausted next month. The letter argued that the program is necessary to close the connectivity gap between Americans. Notable signatories include Sen. *John Fetterman*, D-Pennsylvania, Sen. *Raphael Warnock*, D-Georgia, and Sen. *Alex Padilla*, D-California. Todd Eachus: Government Red Tape Threatens Universal Broadband Pennsylvania=E2=80=99s mountainous terrain and rural areas with few homes h= ave made it difficult and expensive for broadband expansion. What's In the FY 2025 Budget for Broadband and Technology WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 =E2=80=93 The White House unveiled its *proposed= fiscal year 2025 budget* last week, earmarking $6 billion for enhancing internet affordability for consumers and $112 million for expanding rural broadband infrastructure. The proposed budget underscores that certain broadband and technology initiatives are integral to President *Joe Biden*'s economic vision of reducing costs, stimulating job growth, boosting manufacturing, and ensuring the protection of American consumers. Introducing the California Broadband Summit at the CalMatters Ideas Festiva= l The event in Sacramento, California, on Wednesday, June 5 is part of the CalMatters Ideas Festival on June 5-6, 2024. Reserve Your Spot Now! *Panel 1: The California Broadband Moment * As billions flood into broadband development nationwide, California is riding high on this wave, netting $1.86B from the government=E2=80=99s flag= ship Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program. For the nation=E2=80=99s l= eading tech hub, how has this pivotal moment unfolded? How does this dovetail with the state=E2=80=99s ongoing initiatives aimed to drive innovation in the te= chnology and telecom sectors? *Panel 2: California=E2=80=99s Pathbreaking Middle Mile Program* In 2021, California unanimously passed SB 156, earmarking a $6 billion broadband investment to bridge the statewide digital divide. More than half of the funds are funneled towards building open-access, state-owned middle mile networks with high capacity fiber. As this expansive investment fans out across the state, how is California positioned to capitalize on it? What opportunities and potential pitfalls might the state encounter along the way? *Panel 3: California=E2=80=99s Cost to Build* With one of the country's most extensive highway networks, California must also wrangle with the prickly issue of broadband right-of-way, which often drive up the cost of deployment. This legal clearance for deploying and maintaining broadband infrastructure along public routes often muddies the waters around broadband expansion plans. Where does the state stand on this issue? Are there still any bottlenecks that need ironing out for seamless broadband flow across the state? *Panel 4: Net Neutrality and Privacy* While federal net neutrality rules hang in limbo, California has long upheld its own law regarding the equal treatment of data, as well as its state-leading law on internet privacy With its sights on universal broadband access statewide, how does net neutrality factor into California=E2=80=99s game plan? What role has California=E2=80=99s leadersh= ip role on net neutrality and privacy had on broadband for California? Sponsors *The California Emerging Technology Fund* (CETF) has been on a mission over the last decade to forge partnerships and foster public policy to close the Digital Divide. This work has been strategically-focused, results-oriented, and people-centered. CETF is a leading proponent of the Digital Equity Bill of Rights House Commerce Committee Advances Four Communications Bills WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 =E2=80=93 The House Energy and Commerce Committe= e advanced four pieces of communications legislation on Wednesday. Three of the bills are network security measures targeting companies from China and other countries deemed national security threats, and one would direct the Federal Communications Commission to stand up a task force to study 6G technology. The bills were passed unanimously with bipartisan support. =E2=80=9CTaken together, these bills will help protect American networks fr= om security threats, while also allowing our country to remain a global leader in communications technology,=E2=80=9D said Ranking Member *Frank Pallon*e,= D-New Jersey. With Affordable Connectivity Funds Running Out, ISPs May Choose Partial Reimbursement WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 =E2=80=93 As the looming deadline of the Afforda= ble Connectivity Program draws nearer, providers now face a decision of whether to continue offering ACP-supported services through May by taking partial reimbursement funding, or dropping consumers. In a public notice released Monday , the Federal Communications Commission alerted internet service providers that without additional funding from Congress, the Affordable Connectivity Program won't reimburse them fully for the service and device benefits applied to ACP-recipient internet bills beginning in May. Housing Group Blasts Proposal to Ban Broadband 'Bulk Billing' An advocacy group on behalf of landlords and lenders argued the FCC should not ban bulking billing practices. *#BROADBAND LIVE* Broadband Breakfast on March 27, 2024 =E2=80=93 Generative AI and Congressi= onal Action *WEDNESDAY, 12 NOON ET =E2=80=93 REGISTER HERE to join live! * As generative AI capabilities quickly get woven into the fabric of daily life and business practices, the debate around regulating this disruptive technology has been catapulted into the public eye. Despite a flurry of bill proposals hitting the floor, including President Biden's Executive Order laying out an AI bill of rights, national-level guardrails have ground to a halt without solid congressional buy-in. With lawmakers returning to the Hill in 2024 amidst an election cycle in full swing, how does AI regulation factor into the national storyline? What legislative measures might be in the pipeline for Congress? Broadband Providers Oppose Another Petition to Change FCC Pole Rules A coalition of utility companies asked the FCC to discard part of its new pole attachment rules. House Passes Bill to Fund Broadband in Economically Distressed Areas The bill is aimed at making Economic Development Administration grants more accessible for broadband projects. At Free State Event, Most Industry and Academics Dump on FCC Regulation The officials criticized the agency=E2=80=99s proposal to create more strin= gent regulations on broadband access. *#BROADBAND LIVE* Broadband Breakfast on April 3, 2024 =E2=80=93 Generative AI and Congressio= nal Action *WEDNESDAY, 12 NOON ET =E2=80=93 REGISTER HERE to join live! * Reliable high-speed internet is crucial for unlocking the full potential of precision agriculture, which utilizes advanced technologies such as GPS, sensors, and data analytics to optimize farming practices. With significant broadband funding and opportunities across the nation, efforts to enhance broadband connectivity on agricultural land, spearheaded by the Federal Communications Commission's Precision Agriculture task force, are gaining momentum. How is the adoption of precision agriculture going? What promise does it hold for the future of farming and technology? How is it factored into ongoing broadband funding and deployment in rural areas? *About Broadband Breakfast: Broadband Breakfast is the leading media company advocating for higher-capacity internet everywhere through topical, timely and intelligent coverage. The company=E2=80=99s annual Digital Infrastructure Investment conference champions a robust 21st century information economy.* *#BROADBAND LIVE* Sign up to Receive Recording and Slides from Broadband Analytics Seminar [image: http://www.twitter.com/broadbandcensus] [image: http://www.facebook.com/broadbandbreakfast] [image: YouTube] [image: LinkedIn] *Copyright =C2=A9 2024 Broadband Breakfast, All rights reserved.* You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. *Our mailing address is:* Broadband Breakfast 1750 K St NW Ste 1200 Washington, DC 20006-2303 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list . --=20 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DN0Tmvv5jJKs Epik Mellon Podcast Dave T=C3=A4ht CSO, LibreQos --000000000000159fba06142be54a Content-Type: text/html; charset="UTF-8" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
I have been trying to point out for many years now, that a= lot of hardware can just have it's firmware replaced with something mo= re trustable, secure, reliable, and feature full. I was appalled at the rec= ent BOFO (?) rules that mandated buy american for secure .... glass .... an= d totally ignored the firmware problem. I have not read up on rip and repla= ce progress below, and am afraid to, if someone could summarize?=C2=A0
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Ironically, I regard Huwai's compliance with the GPL, an= d general open=C2=A0source contribution philosophy as exemplary in an indus= try that seemingly has forgotten the benefits of openness or the copyright = provisions of that license.=C2=A0

The president of huwai= =C2=A0once responded to complaints by promising to open up all it's sou= rce code for inspection... (cannot find the link), but the CISCOs of the wo= rld evaporated that possibility, and the mess downstream of most chinese AN= D american manufacturers has to be scanned to be believed.

... a lot of huwai's=C2=A0consumer gear can be reflashed to Open= Wrt, which is maintained by a group of very security concious=C2=A0folk, mo= stly based in germany.



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Subject: New Exclusive Report on 'Rip and Re= place'
To: Dave Taht <dave= .taht@gmail.com>


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'RIP AND REPLACE'

The Policy and Law Behind 'Rip = and Replace'


Emerging reports signal a gro= wing concern among telecommunications providers grappling with compliance t= o the Federal Communications Commission's mandate to excise problematic= equipment from certain Chinese companies.

Amid this regulatory melange,= providers are finding themselves at a crossroads, with the daunting task o= f navigating stringent regulations, facing the financial brunt of equipment= replacement, and contending with the ambiguity surrounding funding mechani= sms for such extensive undertakings.=C2=A0

At the heart of this unfoldin= g scenario is the "rip and replace" program, a cornerstone initia= tive under the=C2=A0Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of = 2019, designed to fortify the nation's telecommunications infra= structure against potential espionage and cyber threats.=C2=A0

This=C2=A0comprehensive = effort=C2=A0not only mandates the purging of equipment from compani= es like Huawei Technologies and ZTE Corporation, deemed security risks, but= also underscores a pivotal shift towards securing the integrity and reliab= ility of U.S. telecommunications networks.=C2=A0

As the FCC enforces this orde= r, the ripple effects are palpable, spanning legal and financial implicatio= ns for compliant companies and operational challenges that demand innovativ= e solutions, all while setting a precedent for how national security consid= erations are increasingly shaping the telecommunications landscape.

What is 'Rip and Replace'?

The rip and replace initiativ= e, officially part of the initiatives under=C2=A0the Secure and Truste= d Communications Networks Act of 2019, is a Federal Communications = Commission effort aimed at enhancing national security within the country&#= 39;s telecommunications infrastructure.

Read more by becoming a Broadband Breakfast Club Member....
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Have you been to Broadband = Breakfast lately?


Broadband Breakfast has been freshly redesigned to make it easier to find t= he content you need about=C2=A0America's broadband buildout.

Broadband Breakfast is=C2=A0the community=C2=A0for Better Broadband, Better= Lives.
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<= strong>#BROADBAND LIVE

Fiber and Wireless Solutions for &#= 39;Always On' Deployment Strategies on Tuesday, March 26, 2024<= /a>

TUESDAY at 2 p.m.=C2=A0ET= =C2=A0=E2=80=93=C2=A0REGISTER HERE to join=C2=A0live!

The application of quantum ph= ysics to traditional internet connections holds great promise for enhancing= speed, efficiency, and security in future networks. As quantum processors = venture out of physics labs and into data centers, hear how they could work= in tandem with advancing broadband infrastructure to transmit vast dataset= s across future internet backbones. Tune in for a dynamic discussion on how= quantum mechanics can transform computing, the internet and global communi= cations.
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The digital infrastructure is= evolving at exponential rates and the demand for smarter systems and a mor= e connected world is imperative to the progression of our communities. Depl= oying a broadband strategy isn=E2=80=99t straight forward and requires flex= ibility, creativity, and the ability to pivot quickly.=C2=A0Join the Wesco = experts as they dive into=C2=A0the wireless and fiber solutions driving inn= ovation, enabling 24/7 connectivity and IoT, and fortifying communities for= tomorrow.

Panelists

  • Chris Bailey, Director, Strategic Accounts
  • Carla Shaffer, Vice President, Wireless
  • Drew Clark=C2=A0(moderator), Editor and Publisher, Br= oadband Breakfast
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Most Democratic Senators Want Congr= ess to Make ACP Renewal 'Must Pass' Legislation

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 = =E2=80=93 Thirty three Democratic and Independent Senators on Friday co-sig= ned a letter urging Senate and House leaders to use =E2=80=9Cmust-pass=E2= =80=9D budget legislation to include an extension of the Affordable Connect= ivity Program.

The=C2=A0letter urges Co= ngressional leaders=C2=A0to support bipartisan legislation to save = the ACP from expiration when funds are expected to be exhausted next month.= The letter argued that the program is necessary to close the connectivity = gap between Americans.=C2=A0

Notable signatories include S= en.=C2=A0John Fetterman, D-Pennsylvania, Sen.=C2=A0Raphael Warnock, D-Georgia, and Sen.=C2=A0Alex Padilla, D-California.

Todd Eachus: Government Red Tape Th= reatens Universal Broadband

Pennsylvania=E2=80=99s mounta= inous terrain and rural areas with few homes have made it difficult and exp= ensive for broadband expansion.

What's In the FY 2025 Budget fo= r Broadband and Technology

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 = =E2=80=93 The White House unveiled its=C2=A0proposed fiscal year 2025 = budget=C2=A0last week, earmarking $6 billion for enhancing internet= affordability for consumers and $112 million for expanding rural broadband= infrastructure.

The proposed budget underscor= es that certain broadband and technology initiatives are integral to Presid= ent=C2=A0Joe Biden's economic vision of reducing costs= , stimulating job growth, boosting manufacturing, and ensuring the protecti= on of American consumers.

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Introducing the California Broadband Summit at the CalMatter= s Ideas Festival

The event in Sacramento, Cali= fornia, on Wednesday, June 5 is part of the=C2=A0CalMa= tters Ideas Festival=C2=A0on June 5-6, 2024.

Reserve Your Spot Now!

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Panel 1: The California Broadband M= oment=C2=A0

As billions flood into broadb= and development nationwide, California is riding high on this wave, netting= $1.86B from the government=E2=80=99s flagship Broadband Equity, Access and= Deployment Program. For the nation=E2=80=99s leading tech hub, how has thi= s pivotal moment unfolded? How does this dovetail with the state=E2=80=99s = ongoing initiatives aimed to drive innovation in the technology and telecom= sectors?

Panel 2: Cali= fornia=E2=80=99s Pathbreaking Middle Mile Program

In 2021, California unanimous= ly passed SB 156, earmarking a $6 billion broadband investment to bridge th= e statewide digital divide. More than half of the funds are funneled toward= s building open-access, state-owned middle mile networks with high capacity= fiber. As this expansive investment fans out across the state, how is Cali= fornia positioned to capitalize on it? What opportunities and potential pit= falls might the state encounter along the way?

Panel 3: California=E2=80=99s Co= st to Build

With one of the country's= most extensive highway networks, California must also wrangle with the pri= ckly issue of broadband right-of-way, which often drive up the cost of depl= oyment. This legal clearance for deploying and maintaining broadband infras= tructure along public routes often muddies the waters around broadband expa= nsion plans. Where does the state stand on this issue? Are there still any = bottlenecks that need ironing out for seamless broadband flow across the st= ate?

Panel 4: Net Neutrality and Privacy

While federal net neutrality = rules hang in limbo, California has long upheld its own law regarding the e= qual treatment of data, as well as its state-leading law on internet privac= y=C2=A0 With its sights on universal broadband access statewide, how does n= et neutrality factor into California=E2=80=99s game plan? What role has Cal= ifornia=E2=80=99s leadership role on net neutrality and privacy had on broa= dband for California?

Sponsors

= The California Emerging Technology Fund=C2=A0(CETF) has been o= n a mission over the last decade to forge partnerships and foster public po= licy to close the Digital Divide. This work has been strategically-focused,= results-oriented, and people-centered. CETF is a leading proponent of the = Digital Equity Bill of Rights
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House Commerce Committee Advances F= our Communications Bills

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 = =E2=80=93 The House Energy and Commerce Committee advanced four pieces of c= ommunications legislation on Wednesday.

Three of the bills are networ= k security measures targeting companies from China and other countries deem= ed national security threats, and one would direct the Federal Communicatio= ns Commission to stand up a task force to study 6G technology. The bills we= re passed unanimously with bipartisan support.

=E2=80=9CTaken together, thes= e bills will help protect American networks from security threats, while al= so allowing our country to remain a global leader in communications technol= ogy,=E2=80=9D said Ranking Member=C2=A0Frank Pallone, D-Ne= w Jersey.

With Affordable Connectivity Funds = Running Out, ISPs May Choose Partial Reimbursement

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 = =E2=80=93 As the looming deadline of the Affordable Connectivity Program dr= aws nearer, providers now face a decision of whether to continue offering A= CP-supported services through May by taking partial reimbursement funding, = or dropping consumers.

In a=C2=A0public notice released Monday, the Federal Communications Commission = alerted internet service providers that without additional funding from Con= gress, the Affordable Connectivity Program won't reimburse them fully f= or the service and device benefits applied to ACP-recipient internet bills = beginning in May.

Housing Group Blasts Proposal to Ba= n Broadband 'Bulk Billing'

An advocacy group on behalf o= f landlords and lenders argued the FCC should not ban bulking billing pract= ices.

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<= strong>#BROADBAND LIVE

Broadband Breakfast on March 27, 20= 24 =E2=80=93 Generative AI and Congressional Action

WEDNESDAY, 12 NOON ET=C2=A0= =E2=80=93=C2=A0REGISTER HERE to join=C2=A0live!

As generative AI capabilities= quickly get woven into the fabric of daily life and business practices, th= e debate around regulating this disruptive technology has been catapulted i= nto the public eye. Despite a flurry of bill proposals hitting the floor, i= ncluding President Biden's Executive Order laying out an AI bill of rig= hts, national-level guardrails have ground to a halt without solid congress= ional buy-in. With lawmakers returning to the Hill in 2024 amidst an electi= on cycle in full swing, how does AI regulation factor into the national sto= ryline? What legislative measures might be in the pipeline for Congress?

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Broadband Providers Oppose Another = Petition to Change FCC Pole Rules

A coalition of utility compan= ies asked the FCC to discard part of its new pole attachment rules.

House Passes Bill to Fund Broadband= in Economically Distressed Areas

The bill is aimed at making E= conomic Development Administration grants more accessible for broadband pro= jects.

At Free State Event, Most Industry = and Academics Dump on FCC Regulation

The officials criticized the = agency=E2=80=99s proposal to create more stringent regulations on broadband= access.
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