The Internet Innovation Alliance applauds President Joe Biden for recognizing the indispensable role that broadband now plays in nearly every area of life, but is concerned by key internet-related components of his infrastructure plan.
Press Releases
IIA Statement on FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel being named acting FCC Chairwoman
The Internet Innovation Alliance warmly congratulates Federal Communications Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel on being named acting FCC Chair. We look forward to continuing to work closely with her to advance universal broadband and on solving the Homework Gap, among other critical national challenges.
IIA Statement on the Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris
The Internet Innovation Alliance congratulates President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on their inauguration as President and Vice President of the United States of America today.
IIA Statement on Senate Vote to Confirm Nathan Simington to the FCC
The Internet Innovation Alliance congratulates Nathan Simington on his Senate confirmation to the Federal Communications Commission. We look forward to working with Commissioner Simington on current issues, together seeking to improve the internet ecosystem for all Americans.
POLL: 9 Out of 10 US Voters Support Congress Using Federal Funds to Bring Broadband to All, and 62% Want Congress to Act “Immediately” to Close the Digital Divide
Workers’ and students’ needs for high-speed internet viewed as most critical reasons to push toward universal broadband amidst the pandemic, according to IIA-Morning Consult survey
IIA Statement on FCC Open Meeting Item, Improving Broadband Data and Maps
Accurate broadband availability maps are foundational for efforts to close the digital divide. A detailed account of where broadband internet is available today would ensure the best use of taxpayer dollars to deploy high-speed internet infrastructure everywhere.
IIA Statement on the House Energy & Commerce Committee’s Bipartisan Staff Draft of a Comprehensive Consumer Privacy Bill
The Internet Innovation Alliance applauds the House Energy & Commerce Committee staff for digging-in on the important issue of privacy in a serious, bipartisan fashion. Comprehensive, preemptive federal privacy legislation is a critical priority for consumers, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
IIA Files Comments in FCC’s 706 Proceeding Examining Broadband Deployment
Today, the Internet Innovation Alliance (IIA) filed comments in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Fifteenth Broadband Deployment Report proceeding under Section 706 of the Telecommunications Act. IIA states that “the underlying trends in broadband deployment are overwhelmingly positive” while noting the gaps that remain and the urgency of addressing them.
IIA Statement on the Decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals Upholding the FCC’s Open Internet Rules
IIA applauds the U.S. District Court of Appeals decision to uphold the FCC’s open internet rules. But the ruling that the FCC can’t block state laws and thus allowing rules that differ among all 50 states could spell disaster for the advancement of the internet.
IIA Releases White Paper and Survey Examining American Public Opinion on Internet Privacy
IIA released a survey and white paper showing that Millennial Americans — like older generations — are concerned about the privacy of their online information and whether online technology and social media companies are taking the appropriate steps to safeguard the personal information of consumers.
IIA Statement on FCC’s “Transforming the 2.5 GHz Band for 5G” Report and Order
The Internet Innovation Alliance commends the Federal Communications Commission for taking action today to fuel American leadership in the race to 5G. By holding an overlay auction of the 2.5 GHz EBS spectrum band, valuable mid-band spectrum will be freed for flexible use, helping to ensure American global dominance in next-generation connectivity and accelerating transformative technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT).”
IIA Statement on House Vote on the Save the Internet Act
IIA released the following statement on today’s House vote on the Save the Internet Act, encouraging members of Congress to advance bipartisan net neutrality legislation.