Cities across US oppose Trump FCC plan to preempt local broadband rules
Cities defend permit requirements, say ISPs aren't building networks fast enough.
Across the United States, cities and counties are expressing their disapproval of the Trump administration's plan to supersede local regulations that govern the establishment of wired broadband networks. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has been soliciting public input on a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that seeks to overturn state and local permitting requirements.
The FCC contends that numerous local governments are unduly delaying approvals and demanding substantial fees from service providers, making certain deployments unfeasible. While the FCC's proposal enjoys support from broadband providers, local governments have voiced their concerns to the FCC, asserting that the plan would supersede regulations designed to safeguard public safety.
Local governments argue that the proposal is unlawful and instead urge the FCC to concentrate on addressing the challenges posed by internet providers who employ permit-hoarding tactics and other measures that impede competitors from constructing networks.
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