Ajit Pai

Calls on providers to ensure Americans don’t lose broadband or telephone connectivity

Claims U.S. is falling behind in freeing up mid-band spectrum, praise acceleration payment plan

Given to broadcaster who “exemplifies innovation, community service, advocacy and entrepreneurship”

Pai will take part in a keynote conversation with NAB’s Gordon Smith

Would make lower 280 MHz available for 5G development, leaving 200 MHz for satellite operations

The Commission continues to make paperless push with online and more streamlined rules.

Goal is to eliminate customer confusion regarding carriage disputes.

FCC chairman says new proposal would still protect TV stations.

Eyeing 5G terrestrial wireless broadband in the 3.7-4.2 GHz spectrum.

Agreed with commission’s classification of broadband internet as “information service.”