Communications networks, like fixed broadband and cellular services, and the digital media they enable are necessities for daily life, commerce, entertainment, education, health care, public safety, and civic participation. But after decades of consolidation and weakened regulatory frameworks, these telecommunications markets often deliver higher prices, uneven access, and limited public oversight. VPA’s work examines how policymakers can rebuild a fair, affordable, and accountable communications and media system that serves the public.
12/12/25
High-speed internet is still inaccessible to many residents and businesses. Asad Ramzanali and Benjamin Dinovelli describe how “Dig Once” policies can significantly reduce the cost of future internet infrastructure investment, and recommend a mandate to install conduit to take advantage of this opportunity.
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