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California Public Utilities Commission Grants Party Status to Advanced Communications Law & Policy Institute

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The California Public Utilities Commission has issued an order granting party status to the Advanced Communications Law & Policy Institute (ACLP) at New York Law School in the proceeding to update the California Universal Telephone Service (California LifeLine) Program. The ACLP has expressed interest in the proceeding due to its focus on examining broadband connectivity dynamics and potential regulatory interventions. The Institute's participation is expected to provide insight and analysis to inform policy decisions impacting broadband connectivity.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Advanced Communications Law & Policy Institute (ACLP) at New York Law School has been granted party status in the California Public Utilities Commission's proceeding to update the California Universal Telephone Service (California LifeLine) Program.
  • The ACLP's interest in the proceeding stems from the Commission's focus on examining broadband connectivity dynamics and determining whether regulatory interventions are needed.
  • The ACLP's participation in the proceeding will not prejudice any party and will not delay the schedule or broaden the scope of the issues.
  • The ACLP has extensive experience in providing insight and analysis to policymakers on broadband policy issues, including serving on the Federal Communications Commission's Consumer Advisory Committee and testifying before state legislatures.
  • The ACLP has developed several reports and papers assessing the impact of broadband on seniors, people with disabilities, education, and healthcare.

Statistics:

  • The California Public Utilities Commission's proceeding (Rulemaking 20-02-008) is focused on examining broadband connectivity dynamics and potential regulatory interventions.
  • The ACLP has been involved in various initiatives related to broadband policy, including past service on the Federal Communications Commission's Consumer Advisory Committee and testimony before state legislatures.

Sources:

  • Motion for Party Status of the Advanced Communications Law & Policy Institute (ACLP) at New York Law School, filed May 14, 2025.
  • Order Instituting Rulemaking to Update the California Universal Telephone Service (California LifeLine) Program, Rulemaking 20-02-008, filed May 14, 2025.

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