There are many different aspects of anchor institution broadband. Accordingly, SHLB has weighed in a wide-range of issues. Read below to learn more about SHLB's position in regards to Broadband Planning and Mapping, Spectrum, Municipal Broadband, and the 2016 Presidential Election.
BROADBAND PLANNING & MAPPING
Conducting an inventory of the locations and speeds of existing broadband networks for anchors – and identifying gaps in broadband coverage – can help target investments to areas most in need. That's why SHLB urges policymakers to gather detailed, granular information about the availability and use of high-capacity broadband services needed, rather than relying on outdated or generic claims that an area is already served by existing providers.
SPECTRUM & WIFI
| March 29, 2021 |
Public Interest Spectrum Coalition comments to the FCC regarding unlicensed white space device operations in the television bands |
| December 2, 2020 |
Letter to the FCC urging "pens down" on controversial 2.5 GHz proceeding |
| July 23, 2020 |
Letter to the FCC in support of a petition to adopt an "Emergency Motion for Stay of the 2.5 GHz Rural Tribal Priority Window." |
| June 29, 2020 |
Public Interest Spectrum Coalition comments regarding unlicensed use of the 6 GHz band and expanding use of spectrum between 3.7 and 24 GHz |
| June 2, 2020 |
Public Interest Spectrum Coalition reply comments regarding unlicensed white space device operations in the television bands |
| May 4, 2020 |
Broadband Connects America Coalition comments regarding unlicensed white space device operations in the television bands |
| February 11, 2020 |
Joint letter to the FCC regarding the 6 GHz band |
| January 15, 2020 |
Joint Reply to Opposition to Petition for Reconsideration of the Transforming the 2.5 GHz Band Order |
| November 25, 2019 |
Joint Petition for Reconsideration of the Transforming the 2.5 GHz Band Order |
| November 5, 2019 |
Letter to the FCC regarding unlicensed use of the 6 GHz band |
| October 3, 2019 |
Comments to OMB regarding: Transforming the 2.5 GHz Band |
| August 7, 2019 |
Joint Comments on Expanding Flexible Use of the 3.7 GHz Band |
| July 9, 2019 |
Joint Letter to Congress Calling for C-Band Spectrum Auctions |
| July 3, 2019 |
Joint Letter Requesting a Priority Window for Rural Educators in EBS Decision |
| May 13, 2019 |
Joint Request To Ensure Complete EBS Record |
| May 8, 2019 |
Joint Petition to the FCC: Transforming the 2.5 GHz Band |
| April 11, 2019 |
Notice of Ex Parte to the FCC: Transforming the 2.5 GHz Band |
| March 18, 2019 |
Reply Comments to the FCC: Unlicensed Use of the 6 GHz Band |
| November 9, 2018 |
Ex Parte Letter to FCC: Transforming the 2.5 GHz band, WC Docket No. 18-120 |
| August 8, 2018 |
Comments to the FCC: Transforming the 2.5 GHz Band, WT Docket No. 18-120 |
| June 19, 2018 |
Motion to Extend Comment Cycle: Transforming the 2.5 GHz Band, WT Docket No. 18-120 |
| May 30, 2018 |
Ex Parte Letter: Promoting Investment in the 3550-3700 MHz Band, GN Docket
No. 17-258 |
| June 21, 2017 |
3.7 GHz Band Petition for Rulemaking |
| June 19, 2017 |
Letter to the FCC on Commercial Operations in the 3550-3650 MHz Band |
| June 29, 2016 |
Big Tent Letter to the White House on 5.9 GHz Spectrum |
| Dec 8, 2015 |
SHLB Ex Parte: Terrestrial Use of the 2473-2495 MHz Band for Low-Power Mobile Broadband Networks – IB Docket No. 13-213 |
ADDITIONAL FILINGS & COMMENTS
| February 16, 2021 |
Reply comments to the FCC regarding the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program |
| January 19, 2021 |
Comments to the FCC on the COVID-19 Telehealth Program |
| December 8, 2020 |
Joint letter to Congress asking for broadband funding in COVID-19 stimulus legislation |
| August 24, 2020 |
Letter to the FCC endorsing the renomination of Katharine Wibberly for USAC Rural Health Committee |
| August 4, 2020 |
Joint letter to Congress urging it to address digital divide in COVID-19 relief legislation |
| April 29, 2020 |
Joint letter to Congress asking to support affordable broadband access in COVID-19 stimulus package(s) |
| March 17, 2020 |
Letter to the FCC to ensure educational equity during COVID-19 disruptions |
| February 13, 2020 |
Joint Comments to the FCC Regarding the Suspension and Debarment Rulemaking |
| September 20, 2019 |
Comments to the FCC on Rural Digital Opportunity Fund and Connect America Fund |
| July 29, 2019 |
Comments to the FCC on Proposal to Place an Overall Cap on USF Programs |
| June 19, 2019 |
Ex Parte Letter to the FCC on Simplifying the Application Process for USF Programs |
| June 11, 2019 |
Joint Statement Opposing Universal Service Fund Cap Proposal |
| January 3, 2017 |
SHLB Biennial Review Comments to the FCC |
| August 15, 2016 |
Comparison of Clinton and Trump Broadband Platforms |
| April 28, 2016 |
SHLB Privacy Letter to FCC |
| Mar 11, 2016 |
SHLB Privacy Letter to FCC |
| Mar 3, 2016 |
SHLB Signs Letter to Presidential Debate Moderators to Address Internet Access |
| Jan 20, 2016 |
SHLB Broadband Privacy Letter to FCC |
| June 10, 2015 |
SHLB Comments to the Broadband Opportunities Council |
| August 29, 2014 |
SHLB Comments on Municipal Broadband |
| May 10, 2011 |
SHLB Letter on Importance of Anchor Institutions to the U.S. Ignite Initiative |
| Janaury 27, 2010 |
SHLB UCAN Reply Comments |
