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AT&T, DC AG settle overcharging lawsuit for $1.5 million

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia alleged that AT&T overcharged District taxpayers millions of dollars by failing to comply with its long-term contract for cell phone and Internet services.

GAO finds transparency, accountability issues in FCC’s Hurricane Maria response

The Government Accountability Office found that unclear federal guidance on FCC's role in disaster response might have caused confusion and delays.

CWA members build skills to advocate for broadband buildout and good jobs

Participants discussed how public education, lobbying, and media attention can help ensure that high-speed internet connections are built where they are most needed, that corporations are held accountable for providing high quality service, and that the funds support good, union jobs in our communities.

Fifteen House Energy and Commerce Committee Democrats urge the FCC to expand Lifeline during COVID-19 pandemic

“A strong response is critical given the supreme importance of connectivity while the country continues its efforts to combat the unprecedented and devastating COVID-19 pandemic,” wrote members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee.

FCC proposes a $164,000 fine against ISP for providing inaccurate broadband deployment data

This is the first time the FCC has fined a carrier for its failure to provide accurate broadband deployment data.

BroadbandNow proposes 100/25 Mbps broadband definition

“COVID-19 continues to reveal to the public and policymakers alike that a reliable Internet connection is an absolute necessity in the modern world,” concludes the BroadbandNow report.

CWA, public interest organizations urge CA regulators to require 72 hours of wireline backup power for key network facilities in high fire threat areas

At least 1.26 million people must rely on wireline service during emergencies.

CA Governor Gavin Newsom directs state agencies to bridge the digital divide

The Governor’s executive order requires state agencies to pursue a goal of 100 Mbps broadband download speed, mapping and data collection, funding, and deployment.

CWA involvement protects contracts and pensions in Frontier bankruptcy

There are many outstanding questions about the effect of the bankruptcy plan on frontline employees and whether Frontier will follow through on badly needed investments in broadband deployment and service quality.

A third of Americans plan to telework after COVID public health crisis ends, survey finds

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown that broadband is more necessary than ever, and a Cars.com survey suggests it will stay that way as a third of Americans plan to telework permanently.

CWA and TURN ask FCC to examine Frontier’s proposed bankruptcy plan

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CWA and TURN are also asking the Commission to require Frontier to commit to investing in its network to support all Frontier customers and to no job reductions post-restructuring so that it has the sufficient resources and trained workforce needed to improve Frontier’s struggling infrastructure.

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