| April 7, 2020
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Letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Senate Leader Chuck Schumer - Bennet Presses for Colorado Priorities Ahead of Next Phase of Coronavirus Relief Legislation
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Sen. Michael Bennet
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| April 7, 2020
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Tweet - "As our nation continues to battle this pandemic, we must acknowledge that the economic impact will disproportionately affect Black communities. @TheBlackCaucus has put together this guide with resources to help address the financial burden. https://majoritywhip.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Coronavirus-Emergency-Resources-one-pagers.pdf"
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Rep. Jim Clyburn
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| April 6, 2020
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Amid COVID-19 Outbreak, Wittman & Johnson Introduce Bill to Increase Access to Broadband
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Rep. Rob Wittman, ...
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| April 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General for the Antitrust Division of the Dept. of Justice - Wyden Urges Justice Department to Investigate Intuit Purchase of Credit Karma
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Sen. Ron Wyden
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| April 6, 2020
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Tweet - "This pandemic is illustrating exactly why we must expand access to affordable internet. Without the internet, our students are unable to participate in virtual learning & will struggle when schools re-open. We must close the digital divide."
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Rep. Jim Clyburn
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| April 6, 2020
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Letter to Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Minority Leader Charles Schumer, and Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy - In Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter, Bennet Urges Congressional Leaders to Include Dedicated Broadband Funding for Low-Income Families, Students in Future Coronavirus Relief Packages
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Rep. Rob Wittman, ...
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| April 6, 2020
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Tweet - "We're working and connecting online more than ever - and without investments, our data and privacy could be at greater risk. With my colleagues on @EnergyCommerce , I sent a letter to @zoom_us seeking answers on how they plan to protect users' privacy, data, and security."
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Sen. Ben Luján
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| April 6, 2020
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Senator King Connects with Maine Civics Teachers to Talk History, Distance Learning
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Sen. Angus King
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| April 3, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, and the Hon. William Barr, United States Attorney General - Jaime Herrera Beutler Urges Federal Agencies to Crack Down on Coronavirus-Related Scams
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Rep. Pete Stauber, ...
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| April 3, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader, Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader, Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Committee on Commerce and Science and Transportation Committee, and Maria Cantwell of the United States Senate - Feinstein, Harris, Markey Call on FCC to Preserve Radio Frequency for First Responders
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| April 3, 2020
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Committee Leaders Applaud FCC Decision to Adopt Telehealth Program
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Rep. Bob Latta, ...
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| April 3, 2020
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The Blade - Latta: Connectivity counts
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Rep. Bob Latta
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| April 3, 2020
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Senator Markey and Rep. Eshoo Urge FCC to Enforce Laws Prohibiting Hidden Cable and Satellite TV Fees
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Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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| April 3, 2020
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Senator Markey Leads Call to Preserve First Responders' Access to Emergency Spectrum in Next Coronavirus Economic Relief Package
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Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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| April 3, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand Telemental Health Services to Veterans During COVID-19 Outbreak
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Sen. Marsha Blackburn, ...
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| April 3, 2020
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DeGette blasts Trump administration changes to Strategic National Stockpile website
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Rep. Diana DeGette
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| April 3, 2020
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DelBene Calls on Tech Companies, Administration to Adopt Data Privacy Standards Around COVID-19 Personal Information Tracking
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Rep. Suzan DelBene
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| April 3, 2020
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Letter to Eric Yuan, Founder and CEO of Zoom Video Communications, Inc. - Rep. McNerney and Colleagues Push Zoom for Answers About the Company's Privacy Practices
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Rep. Scott Peters, ...
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| April 3, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Joseph Simmons, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission - Bipartisan E&C Leaders Urge FTC to Take Enforcement Action Against Rampant COVID-19 Scams
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| April 3, 2020
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Letter to Eric Yuan, Founder and CEO of Zoom Video Communications, Inc. - Brown Blasts Zoom Video Communications For Inaccurately Advertising Their End-To-End Encryption Capabilities; Calls For The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) To Investigate
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Sen. Mike Crapo
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| April 3, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Joseph Simmons, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission - Brown Blasts Zoom Video Communications For Inaccurately Advertising Their End-To-End Encryption Capabilities; Calls For The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) To Investigate
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Sen. Mike Crapo
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| April 2, 2020
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Trump Implements Smith's Request to Allow Telehealth Access in Rural Areas
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Rep. Jason Smith
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| April 2, 2020
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Letter to Mitch McConnell, Chuck Schumer, Nancy Pelosi, and Kevin McCarthy - Merkley, Colleagues Continue Fight to Ensure All Students Can Continue Education Online During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| April 2, 2020
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Tweet - "As social distancing has become a required way of life, remote learning, teleworking, and telehealth all require access to a reliable internet, which many Americans still do not have."
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Rep. Jim Clyburn
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| April 2, 2020
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Letter to Jim Bahri, CEO of Airvoice Wireless LLC - Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Demand Expanded Internet Access For Low-Income Americans Throughout COVID-19 Crisis
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Sen. Cory Booker, ...
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| April 2, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Pallone and Doyle Urge FCC to Reaffirm Broadcaster Licenses Won't be Revoked for Airing Protected Speech
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Rep. Frank Pallone, ...
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| April 2, 2020
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Senator Murray Demands Expanded Internet Access for Low-Income Americans Throughout COVID-19 Crisis
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 2, 2020
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Van Hollen, Markey, Bennet, and Schatz Lead Colleagues in Renewed Push to Ensure All Students Can Continue Education Online During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| April 2, 2020
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Tweet - "Internet access is crucial for students to complete homework and stay on track as schools switch to online learning. Glad to see @HarvardD50 use their Rural and Low Income federal grant to purchase & distribute WiFi hotspots to students in need."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 1, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice, and the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Communications and Technology Subcommittee Leaders Work to Stop Illegal Robocalls During COVID-19
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Rep. Bob Latta, ...
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| April 1, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Feinstein, Markey, Colleagues Call on FCC to Evaluate Net Neutrality Repeal
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar, ...
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| April 1, 2020
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Tweet - "This pandemic has made clear: far too many Americans lack affordable health care & internet. Our next package will fund Community Health Centers & include the work of my Rural Broadband Task Force to bring internet to all Americans. Read my full remarks:"
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Rep. Jim Clyburn
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| April 1, 2020
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Letter to Nathan Sales, Acting Undersecretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights - Banks Calls For Investigation Into Three Missing Chinese Journalists
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Sen. Jim Banks
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| April 1, 2020
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Tweet - "Right now, as we increasingly rely on technology to connect with our loved ones and do our jobs, reliable connectivity is more important than ever. I've long encouraged the @FCC to open up more spectrum for Wi-Fi. Excited to see them moving forward on this."
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Sen. John Thune
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| April 1, 2020
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Van Hollen, Markey, Colleagues Call on FCC to Evaluate How Net Neutrality Repeal Negatively Impacts Public Safety, Universal Access, and Broadband Competition
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| March 31, 2020
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Letter to Andrew Conrad, CEO of Verily Life Sciences - Menendez, Colleagues Urge Google Subsidiary Verily to Protect User Data, Expand Access to COVID-19 Screening Websites
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Sen. Dick Blumenthal, ...
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| March 31, 2020
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Gianforte Supports Montanans, Telecommunications Providers Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
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Sen. Peter Welch, ...
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| March 31, 2020
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Senators Markey and Warren, and Rep. Neal Applaud Return of WWLP TV to the Berkshires During Coronavirus Emergency
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Rep. Richard Neal, ...
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| March 31, 2020
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Tweet - "Illegal robocallers are trying to take advantage of the coronavirus crisis. But the @FCC is taking important steps (required by my #TRACEDAct) that will help protect consumers from these bad actors now and in the future."
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Sen. John Thune
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| March 30, 2020
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Klobuchar-Backed Legislation to Improve Broadband Data Maps Signed into Law
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar
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| March 30, 2020
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Senator Markey Calls for Expanded Telehealth Access for Medicare Recipients
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Sen. Ed Markey
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| March 27, 2020
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Hoeven Announces $2.5 Million In Funding For Engineers At NHSC
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Sen. John Hoeven
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| March 26, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S Department of Agriculture - Smith Outlines for USDA Policies to Help Farmers Immediately
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Rep. Jason Smith
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| March 26, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Spanberger Leads Bipartisan Effort Calling on FCC to Suspend E-Rate Program Rules, Expand High-Speed Internet Access for Rural Students Amid Coronavirus-Caused School Closures
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Rep. Steven Horsford, ...
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| March 26, 2020
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Senators Moran, Casey Applaud Senate Passage of VA Website Accessibility Act
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Sen. Jerry Moran, ...
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| March 26, 2020
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Tweet - "The @quincyartcenter has been an essential part of the Quincy community since its founding in 1923. And now, with so many families staying home, the Art Center is sharing online lessons to offer a creative outlet during these trying times."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 25, 2020
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McBath Joins March for Our Lives for "Our Power" Digital Hub Launch, Addresses Students on Second Anniversary of Gun Violence Prevention March
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Rep. Lucy McBath
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| March 25, 2020
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Warner Urges Internet Networking Device Vendors to Ensure Security of Consumer Internet Connectivity Products
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Sen. Mark Warner
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| March 25, 2020
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Marshall Supports Telecommunication Providers in Keeping Kansas Connected
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Sen. Roger Marshall, ...
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| March 25, 2020
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Tweet - "#WI small businesses and rural communities need high-speed broadband to get through the #coronavirus pandemic. I introduced bipartisan legislation to help ensure they have access to broadband during this public health emergency--no matter where they live."
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Sen. Tammy Baldwin
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| March 24, 2020
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Senators Markey, Durbin, and Blumenthal Request Student Privacy Guidance from FTC, Education Dept. as Coronavirus Leads to Increased Education Technology Use
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| March 24, 2020
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President Signs into Law Bipartisan Bill Cosponsored by Senators Shaheen, Hassan to Improve Accuracy of FCC's Broadband Maps
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
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| March 24, 2020
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Lujan Broadband Mapping Initiatives Signed into Law
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Sen. Ben Luján
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| March 24, 2020
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Massachusetts Delegation Asks Census Bureau to Allow Colleges and Universities to Report on All Students Using Administrative Data
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Sen. Ed Markey
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| March 24, 2020
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Senator Roberts and Colleagues Introduce Bill to Sustain Rural Broadband Connectivity During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Peter Welch, ...
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| March 24, 2020
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Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Sustain Rural Broadband Connectivity During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Kevin Cramer, ...
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| March 23, 2020
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Bill to Improve Broadband Data Maps Signed Into Law
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Sen. Roger Wicker
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| March 23, 2020
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Bipartisan E&C Leaders Applaud Signing of 5G Security and Broadband Mapping Legislation
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Rep. Frank Pallone, ...
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| March 23, 2020
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Letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Hon. Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation - Bennet Urges Senate Leaders to Ensure All Students Can Continue Education Remotely During Coronavirus Crisis
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Sen. Michael Bennet
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| March 23, 2020
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Meng Issues Statement on Trump's Tweet About Asian Americans and the Coronavirus
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Rep. Grace Meng
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| March 23, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, and the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Senators Markey and Thune Call on FCC and Justice Dept. to Combat Coronavirus Robocalls
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Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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| March 23, 2020
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O'Halleran, Smith Lead Bipartisan Group to Call on Congressional Leadership to Prioritize Seniors' Health During Coronavirus Crisis
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Rep. Adrian Smith, ...
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| March 23, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Congressman Gonzalez and 14 Members Request House and Senate Leadership to Include Inclusive Language for COVID-19 Media Broadcasting
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Rep. Sylvia Garcia, ...
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| March 22, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Admin. of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - ICMYI: Reps. Torres Small, Huffman Call for Expanding Telephone Services Reimbursement for Community Health Centers and Rural Health Clinics
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| March 22, 2020
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Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation - King Critical of Distance Learning Funding Shortfall in Coronavirus Bill
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Sen. Mark Warner, ...
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| March 22, 2020
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Van Hollen, Markey, and Bennet Lead Colleagues in Urging GOP to Ensure All Students Can Remotely Continue Education during Coronavirus Emergency
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| March 21, 2020
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Tweet - "As universities across the country are transitioning to online learning, many students are left without a source of income or financial aid & these colleges are at risk for long-term financial instability."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 21, 2020
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Warren Once Again Urges Trump Administration to Issue Executive Order to Federal Agencies: Federal Employees Should Utilize All Telework Capabilities Where Possible
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Sen. Elizabeth Warren
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| March 21, 2020
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Tweet - "As schools across the country move to online learning, Congress must address the digital divide that keeps students who don't have internet access at home from being able to complete their schoolwork online, leaving them at risk of falling behind their classmates."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 20, 2020
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Van Hollen, Markey, Colleagues Urge Negotiators to Close Digital Divide, Homework Gap in Coronavirus Funding Package
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| March 20, 2020
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Senators Warren and Markey Urge FCC to Take Emergency Action to Ensure Students, Workers, and Patients Have Equal Access to the Internet during COVID-19 Outbreak
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Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
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| March 20, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rep. Andy Levin, 35 Bipartisan House Members, Call for Increased Library Funding to Ensure Access to Online and Digital Resources during Coronavirus Outbreak
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Rep. Joe Neguse, ...
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| March 20, 2020
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Lawmakers Again Urge Internet Governing Body to Block Private Equity Firm Ethos Capital from Taking Over the .ORG Internet Domain Name Registry
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Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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| March 20, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Soto Leads Letter to Protect Access to Communication
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Rep. Darren Soto, ...
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| March 19, 2020
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Sens. Cramer, Warner Introduce Gov. Burgum-backed Bipartisan Legislation to Allow Remote Online Notarizations Nationwide
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Sen. Mark Warner, ...
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