Dedicated public policy advocacy with a focus on connecting every American with fiber broadband technology is at the forefront of the Fiber Broadband Association’s mission. Engaging both the federal and state levels, specifically policymakers in Congress, at the Federal Communications Commission and within the White House and Executive Branch Agencies, the association champions the interests of the fiber broadband sector, addressing challenges in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Established in 2021, the Fiber Broadband Association has been a consistent advocate for the hundreds of representatives that make up the fiber broadband ecosystem. Amid technological advancements and regulatory complexities, the association’s commitment to initiatives addressing the digital divide remains steadfast. Additionally, the association actively supports the development of thoughtful policies for constructing future-proof networks, powering SMART communities, and a balanced playing field for economic opportunities for businesses and consumers. Through these endeavors, the association ensures its members a place at the table in shaping policy aimed at a digitally connected and prosperous future, deploying resilient services over cutting-edge networks.
Advocacy & Public Policy
Fiber Day on the Hill
April 11, 2024 – Rayburn Building
Fiber Day on the Hill is an opportunity to participate in demo stations presented by FBA members that explain what fiber is and how it improves U.S. households, communities, and the economy – including facilitating 5G, precision agriculture, education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. The demos also include an opportunity to learn how to splice fiber and demonstrate the environmental and sustainable benefits of fiber and how fiber technology is able to scale and power future connectivity like quantum computing.
Fiber Day on the Hill is an opportunity to participate in demo stations presented by FBA members that explain what fiber is and how it improves U.S. households, communities, and the economy – including facilitating 5G, precision agriculture, education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. The demos also include an opportunity to learn how to splice fiber and demonstrate the environmental and sustainable benefits of fiber and how fiber technology is able to scale and power future connectivity like quantum computing.
Learn More About ACP
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) has been integral in ensuring digital opportunity is a reality. Here what FBA’s President and CEO, Gary Bolton, has to say about the current state of the ACP Program and Fiber industry as a whole.
View all official Fiber Broadband Association statements and responses related to Capitol Hill, the Administration, and key federal agencies such as the FCC, NTIA, and USDA RUS.
Read all Fiber Broadband Association filings letters and Commentary related to Capitol Hill, the Administration, and key federal agencies such as the FCC, NTIA, and USDA RUS.
Since early in 2022, NTCA and the Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) have joined to help state broadband offices and interested stakeholders implement the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program in ways that will have meaningful and lasting impacts. That is why we are excited to release Playbook 3.0 – our latest effort to provide additional in-depth substantive assistance for states as they develop their initial proposals and action plans.
Join the Conversation
Members can join our Public Policy Committee and help support smart policies and opportunities to build future-proof networks for education, energy efficiency, SMART communities, and economic opportunity. Contact our Vice President of Public Policy, Marissa Mitrovich for more information.