After Wednesday’s passage of a bill aimed at reforming the Federal Communications Commission, I realized it could serve as a good example to help show technologists and entrepreneurs how D.C. works in terms they might relate to. Since D.C. is clearly getting more interested in regulating technology this should come in handy for those who want to get involved.
In reading an article covering the bill’s passage in the House, I noticed the almost identical statements from the CTIA, which represents the wireless industry and the National Cable and Telecommunications Association. Both used almost the exact same language to describe the benefits of the bill. So did Greg Walden (R-Ore.), the bill’s sponsor. This is hardly an accident and below, I’ll explain why.
To read the full, original article click on this link: Here’s a tech-friendly cheat sheet to understanding Congress — Tech News and Analysis
