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WIA Pushes Streamlined Compound Expansion Over Finish Line
The FCC voted 3-2 to promote wireless infrastructure deployment through streamlining expansion of existing tower compounds. WIA and our members have advocated for these reforms since 2017 with the FCC. The rules enable quicker collocations and will enable more robust emergency communications to ensure public safety and will allow the U.S. to remain competitive in the race to 5G.
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WIA Praises the FCC Vote for $9 Billion for Rural Connectivity Funds
WIA praises the FCC’s decision to distribute up to $9 billion in connectivity funds to rural America through the Universal Service Fund. These funds ensure that Americans in rural areas can enjoy the same benefits from the digital economy as residents and employees of urban areas.
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WIA Thanks Members for Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week
WIA thanks its members for participating in the National Apprenticeship Week campaign to celebrate apprentices and apprenticeship programs that positively impact employers, individuals, and the wireless industry. WIA is proud to lead in developing a trained workforce of the future, and we appreciate your engagement.
Read WIA’s National Apprenticeship Week blog
View WIA’s National Apprenticeship proclamation of support
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View Members-Only Webinar on Election 2020: Impact on the Wireless Industry
WIA CEO Jonathan Adelstein interviewed Telecom Analyst Blair Levin on how the election could impact the wireless industry. Levin focused on potential changes in the Administration, Congress, the Federal Communications Commission and the states with particular emphasis on prospects for broadband infrastructure legislation, the digital divide, universal service, net neutrality, 5G, spectrum, M&A and antitrust, siting reform, and state and local considerations.
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WIA Salutes Veterans Working in the Wireless Infrastructure Industry
WIA salutes all of the veterans working hard to keep our communities connected and is proud to support them. We asked veterans at WIA member companies why they think the wireless infrastructure industry is a great career choice for veterans.
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WIA Introduces The Network Edge
We’re introducing WIA’s weekly newsletter, The Network Edge – Your Wireless Connection! This newsletter is designed to inform the entire wireless infrastructure ecosystem about industry news, thought leadership, and other happenings through a variety of articles, blogs and other content. The weekly update is distributed every Thursday to an audience of more than 5,000 people.
If you are interested in advertising in the newsletter, contact Jan Smith or Ashley Jackson at WIA for detailed information.
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Speak at Connect (X) 2021
Are you an expert on 5G Infrastructure, Enterprise LTE Networks, Wireless Computing, Connected Real Estate, or other topics of interest to the connectivity industry? Connect (X) offers an unparalleled opportunity for subject matter experts to educate, influence, and shape the 5G infrastructure industry.
To be considered as a speaker for Connect (X) 2021, submit an application. All proposals must be submitted through the web-based form. The application deadline is Friday, February 5, 2021.
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