On September 23, 2019, NTCA filed comments in the Digital Opportunity Data Collection proceeding. NTCA encouraged the Commission to ensure consistency in reporting by prescribing common technical standards for reporting broadband availability. NTCA mentioned policy should include a robust challenge validation process that is a critical part of refining baseline mapping data prior to its use in any policy or funding decision.
Establishing the Digital Opportunity Fund, WC Docket No. 19-195; Modernizing the FCC Form 477 Data Program, WC Docket No. 11-10