In this issue:
DOJ Takes Late Stance Opposing Net Neutrality Requirements
FCC Relaxes Regulation of BOC Long Distance Services
Recent Developments in the Wireless Industry
The FCC Rejects 2.1 GHz Band Applications in Favor of a Rulemaking
Parties Challenge Provisions of 700 MHz Order
The FCC Adopts PSAP-Level E911 Location Accuracy Testing Requirements
Recent Developments Regarding the Universal Service Fund
The FCC Strengthens Oversight of the USF Programs
The USF Contribution Factor Slightly Decreases to 11 Percent
Sprint Settles for $30 Million in USF Surcharges Case
USF Joint Board Releases Statement on Comprehensive Reform of the High-Cost Program
Broadband Forbearance Proceedings Subject of Intense Focus at FCC
Proposed Forfeitures Totaling over $50,000,000 Highlight Aggressive FCC Enforcement Activity
Federal Appeals Court Rules that States Lack Authority to Regulate Rates or Impose Requirements
Under Section 271
The FCC Built a Disaster Information System; Will Communications Companies Come?
Third Circuit Skeptical of FCC’s Super Bowl Fine
FCC Chairman Martin Serves Up DTV Dual-carriage Concessions
FCC Authorizes Use of Fixed Microwave Antennas in the 11 GHz Band
House Subcommittee Conducts Hearing on E911 Legislation, While Other Measures Are Introduced in
Congress
FCC Extends Ban on Exclusive Programming Deals; Delays Cable Franchising Order
FCC Begins to Pay Attention to Consumer Concerns over Early Termination Fees
State Regulatory Developments
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