WASHINGTON, D.C. — It was a wide-ranging conversation that saw the ideological divide between budget-conscious Republicans and Democrats committed to doing what it takes to eliminate the nation’s broadband and data service deserts. The purpose, however, of the House Appropriations Committee hearing on Thursday morning in Rayburn House Office Building was to discuss the FCC‘s proposed FY 2025 budget.
Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel defended it. Republican Commissioner Brendan Carr did not, noting how he voted against the agency’s request for a 14.8% increase in its budget request.
