FBA Official Statement Response to letter sent by Senators Thune and Cruz to NTIA regarding the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment NOFO

“In response to the letter sent by Senators Thune and Cruz to NTIA regarding the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment NOFO, we share many of their concerns about select requirements they mention. For instance, we share their views that government should not regulate broadband rates. When it comes to the fiber preference, we strongly disagree.

A decision to deploy “good enough” technology is a decision to leave a community behind. Fiber broadband has proven, in cities and towns across America to deliver unmatched economic and societal benefits, delivering a multi-generational impact that will be felt for decades to come. Every American deserves the best technology, especially when it is being paid for by their own tax dollars. We will not close the digital divide once and for all, unless we bring fiber to all the unserved and underserved locations in America.”