Accurate mapping of broadband mapping is essential in ensuring resources are used correctly to close the digital divide. The Congressional Research Service (CRS) has raised concerns that the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) national broadband map may not be sufficiently corrected before it is used to help the federal government distribute tens of billions of tax dollars in broadband grants to states.
As part of its requirements for access to taxpayer funds from the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration wants states to submit a plan showing their efforts to promote middle-class affordability.
When the “flag goes down” and the mailman whisks away a letter, consumers expect it to arrive safely and relatively quickly at its destination. Unfortunately, a rash of robberies has exposed serious shortcomings in postal security.
As Congress votes to establish its House Rules for the 118th Congress today, the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA) is encouraged by fiscally responsible measures which will protect Americans taxpayers and consumers.
As Congress votes to establish its House Rules for the 118th Congress today, the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA) is encouraged by fiscally responsible measures which will protect Americans taxpayers and consumers.
Earlier this month, the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA) sent a letter to Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) in response to his December letter regarding what oversight of federal broadband funding and regulation.
January 6th is National Technology Day, which recognizes the power of technology and innovation to change the world for the better and make a positive impact on the daily lives of millions of people worldwide. Just as technology brought the world air bags to make driving safer, technology has delivered tobacco harm reduction products to help smokers quit smoking deadly combustible cigarettes.
For several years, respected voices in the public health community have warned of a breakdown in trust in their profession if the dishonest, damaging, and often vicious campaign against safer alternatives to smoking by some of their colleagues continues to misinform the public.
The new national broadband map recently released by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) shows widespread coverage of high-speed internet across the U.S., although some are challenging its accuracy.
As the 118th Congress is sworn in today, the new members of Congress are expected to vote on The Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act.
