Today, the alongside the has just announced that more than 10 million households are enrolled in the Affordable Connectivity Program, the nation’s largest ever #broadband affordability program. Details here: go.usa.gov/xtFMY #BroadbandForAll
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#DeafBlindAwarenessWeek highlights digital access, diversity, and inclusion for people with disabilities. Our program helps people with hearing and vision loss connect with the world around them. Learn more here: youtu.be/xINUHEt_Hd0. #a11y #DeafBlind #FCCGov
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#ICYMI: Chairwoman & , announced a partnership to actively promote the availability of affordable broadband programs & awareness of federal funding opportunities for broadband to promote #digitalaccess & inclusion. ⤵️
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Do you have questions for the Disability Advisory Committee? You may submit them during the meeting by emailing [email protected]. #FCCLive #AccessibilityMatters #DeafBlindAwarenessWeek
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We’re now streaming the Disability Advisory Committee meeting on fcc.gov/live. #a11y #FCCLive #AccessibilityMatters #DeafBlindAwarenessWeek
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Tomorrow at 2PM ET, the Broadband Data Task Force will hold a virtual webinar to preview the Broadband Data Collection (BDC) system for filers who will submit #broadband availability data in the inaugural BDC filing window starting on June 30. #FCCGov
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Today at 1PM ET, the Disability Advisory Committee will meet and hear updates on accessible communications matters, telecommunications relay services, and video programming #accessibility. For more info, visit: go.usa.gov/xJXR2. #FCCGov #a11y #DeafBlindAwarenessWeek
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You can file complaints about your TV, radio, phone, or internet service at our Consumer Help Center, by visiting consumercomplaints.fcc.gov. #ProtectingConsumers #FCCGov
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If you're a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, reach out to the #VeteransCrisisLine to reach caring, qualified VA responders 24/7/365
☎️ Call 1-800-273-8255 (press 1)
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💻 Chat online fal.cn/3pML5
#PTSDAwarenessDay #PTSDAwarenessMonth
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Last year, the Commisssion granted 6 waiver requests from equipment manufacturers and automakers to supply and operate new in-car radar-based #technology to monitor for children left in dangerous, hot cars and trigger alerts that could save lives. #FCCGov
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Tomorrow at 1PM ET, the Disability Advisory Committee will meet and hear updates on accessible communications matters, telecommunications relay services, and video programming #accessibility. For more info, visit: go.usa.gov/xJXR2. #FCCGov #a11y #DeafBlindAwarenessWeek
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June 27, marks Helen Keller's birthday. Since 1984, the last week of June has been designated as #DeafBlindAwarenessWeek in her honor. We recognize everyone who works to advance literacy for individuals who experience both hearing loss and vision loss! #a11y #AccessibilityMatters
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Today, Chairwoman & , announced a partnership to actively promote the availability of affordable broadband programs & awareness of federal funding opportunities for broadband to promote #digitalaccess & inclusion.⤵️
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#ICYMI Fixed and mobile #broadband providers and other filers of broadband availability data may access certain portions of the Broadband Data Collection system to enter identifying entity info in advance of the opening of the reporting period on June 30.
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The partnership will work to generate efforts to promote the availability of affordable broadband programs, in light of the significant role that libraries and other community anchor institutions play in promoting digital access and inclusion. #FCCGov #DigitalDivide
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Today Chairwoman and , announced a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly promote public awareness of federal funding opportunities for #broadband.
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We’ve long enjoyed working side by side with our libraries to support digital access opportunities, which is why I’m excited about this partnership with to raise awareness of broadband funding programs.
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Summer is here, but we’re not taking any breaks at the Commission. Go here to read Chairwoman ’s new note on the tentative agenda items for the July 14 Open Meeting: go.usa.gov/xJwR9. #OpenMtgFCC
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Next Wednesday, the Broadband Data Task Force will hold a virtual webinar to preview the Broadband Data Collection (BDC) system for filers who will submit broadband availability data in the inaugural BDC filing window starting on June 30. Details here: go.usa.gov/xJdj9.
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#DYK that most #robocalls to your phone are illegal unless you’ve given the caller permission to call you? Review this list of your robocall protections here: go.usa.gov/xkzmQ #ProtectingConsumers #FCCtips #StopRobocalls
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On July 14, we’re holding the next Open Meeting that includes items on matching media rules with new market realities, closing loopholes that enable arbitrage, supporting survivors of domestic & sexual violence, & more. Review the items here: go.usa.gov/xJf8F. #OpenMtgFCC
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Help is here through our Affordable Connectivity Program for many families in every corner of the US who have been struggling to get online and feel like they don’t have room in their budget to afford this vital service. Eligible households apply today: affordableconnectivity.gov.
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Next Tuesday at 1PM ET, the Disability Advisory Committee will meet and hear updates on accessible communications matters, telecommunications relay services, and video programming #accessibility. For more info, visit: go.usa.gov/xJXR2. #a11y
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Read Chairwoman ’s note on the tentative agenda for the July Open Meeting which includes an enforcement action; expanding opportunities for small, Tribal, and rural wireless carriers; and helping survivors of domestic and sexual violence: go.usa.gov/xJwR9.
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With yesterday’s summer solstice, the days have started getting shorter, but the agenda for the ’s monthly open meeting has not. Here’s what we’ve got lined up for July:
go.usa.gov/xJwR9.
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Review the steps that the Commission has taken to prepare: go.usa.gov/xfp5C. #FCCGov #988Lifeline #SuicidePrevention #mentalhealth
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The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline will be available nationwide starting next month, on July 16. In the meantime, anyone in the United States experiencing a suicidal crisis or emotional distress should call .
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Did you miss last week’s Communications Security, Reliability, and Interoperability Council VIII meeting? Watch it in its entirety here: go.usa.gov/xJxxC. #PublicSafety #FCCGov
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On June 29 the Broadband Data Task Force will hold a virtual webinar to preview the Broadband Data Collection (BDC) system for filers who will submit broadband availability data in the inaugural BDC filing window starting on June 30. For more info, go to: go.usa.gov/xJdj9.
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#ICYMI This month, Wireless Emergency Alerts turn 10 years old. Review this note from our Public Safety Chief Debra Jordan: go.usa.gov/xJX8a. #WEA #FCCGov
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It was a joy today to host the #Pride Celebration with . She discussed her journey as the first openly gay member elected to the U.S. Senate and offered words of encouragement to our staff. We believe in diversity and inclusion at the Commission. Love is love!
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The Atlantic Hurricane season is underway. Review these #FCCtips for communicating during a natural disaster: go.usa.gov/cSdS5. #HurricanePrep #PublicSafety
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Are you tired of receiving unwanted robocalls and robotexts? Review our consumer tips to stop robocalls: fcc.gov/robocalls. #FCCtips #StopRobocalls #ProtectingConsumers
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On June 28 at 1PM ET, the Disability Advisory Committee will meet and hear updates on accessible communications matters, telecommunications relay services, and video programming #accessibility. For more info, visit: go.usa.gov/xJXR2. #a11y
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Today is known as #Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, in Galveston, TX, 2 months after the Civil War ended & more than 2 years after President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, Major General Gordon Granger & Union soldiers delivered the news that slavery ended in the US.
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When the bench is full, the Commission is led by 5 commissioners and includes 7 bureaus that handle various issue areas under the agency's jurisdiction. We have 11 offices with various responsibilities. Learn more about each of the offices here: go.usa.gov/cu4YU #FCC101
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This Sunday, June 19, marks the 88th anniversary of the founding of the FCC as an independent U.S. government agency to regulate interstate and international #radio, #TV, wire, #satellite, and cable communications.
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Our Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau develops and implements consumer policies and engages with American consumers. Learn more about our work to inform consumers here: go.usa.gov/cUgUw #FCC101 #ProtectingConsumers
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The Enforcement Bureau is the primary unit responsible for enforcing the provisions of the Communications Act and FCC rules and orders. For more info, visit: go.usa.gov/xq369 #FCC101 #ProtectingConsumers
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