Courts have held the line against franchise fee abuse. The FCC can protect consumers by ending the practice once and for all.
Kansas Bankrolls Buc-ee the Beaver
Kansas lawmakers gave tax-free public financing to a powerful private interest.
Broadband Rollout Requires Municipal Permitting Reform
Municipal leaders can expand broadband connectivity by lifting restraints on cell towers, fiber, and utility pole attachments.
GAO Annual Report Provides Opportunities to Cut Wasteful Spending
Government Accountability Office suggests cost-cutting measures for student loans, federal office space, and other expenditures
Fairfax County Supervisors Consider Raising Taxes on Food while Raising their own Salaries
Board Chairman Jeff McKay gave himself a 45 percent raise – now calls for a “meals tax” at the highest rate in Northern Virginia.
Colorado Stymies Consumers’ Access to Credit
New lending law will limit financial services Coloradans may purchase from out of state.
Southern States Advance Harmful Tobacco Legislation
Pre-market application requirements for THR products injure public health and finances.
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CAGW Reviews 50 States’ BEAD Proposals
Most states propose to regulate broadband rates, discriminate against non-fiber technologies, and preference government networks.
Virginia Defeats Debt-Funded Arena While D.C. Doubles Down
Spurned by lawmakers in Richmond, Monumental Sports receives $515 million subsidy to stay in the District of Columbia.
ACP Funding Expiration Will Affect States’ Broadband Rate Regulation
Ending ACP will complicate and delay state efforts to expand affordable internet access.