Publications: Ellis Scherer

The Commission should resolve Kuiper Systems' application consistently with the policy vision embodied in its reforms to the satellite milestone and bond system as proposed in the Space Modernization Proceeding.

ITIF urges NTIA to use BEAD nondeployment funds to close the digital divide by targeting broadband adoption barriers while rejecting subsidies for profitable private ventures, overbuilding, regulatory inefficiencies, or clawing back funds contrary to the statute’s purpose.

This merger will be a win for consumers, and regulators should not stand in the way. Critics contend that mergers and acquisitions like this undermine competition. But that is far from the case in the consumer broadband market.

Congress confirmed Jared Isaacman to lead NASA in late 2025. He should begin his tenure by finalizing NASA’s plan to transition from the ISS to commercial space stations, because the United States must maintain a presence in low-earth orbit to remain competitive.

Investment in 5G technologies creates immediate benefits for countries reliant on legacy networks and long-term benefits in more technologically advanced countries. Modern broadband technologies are more energy efficient and can help make other industries more sustainable.

This rulemaking will benefit the space industry by updating and improving regulations to keep pace with commercial technological progress. Simpler, flexible, and more straightforward licensing will encourage the most innovative companies to seek a U.S. license, consequently helping maintain U.S. leadership in the global space economy.

Competitiveness in the global space economy should be a priority for the United States, but ineffective regulations weigh down the American commercial space industry. While last year’s executive order was a good start, additional regulatory reforms are necessary to address key roadblocks to U.S. space capabilities.

Now is the time for the Commission to remove unnecessary regulations that stand in the way of next-generation network deployment.

Removing regulatory barriers to wireline deployment will ensure that private and federal investment in broadband deployment can close the digital divide.

It is high time for the Commission to remove unnecessary regulations that stand in the way of next-generation network deployment, and to do so in a manner that ensures consumers do not lose access to critical emergency services.