CCA Press Releases
Washington, D.C. – Today, CCA sent a letter to Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information and NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth urging the NTIA to allow states to use remaining BEAD funds for wireless and mobility projects to complement approved BEAD fixed deployments and more fully connect rural America. The letter highlights how targeted investments in mobile infrastructure build upon other BEAD deployments and can help states significantly reduce dead zones in rural areas, advancing the program’s core goal of connecting all Americans. “Americans need connectivity that works everywhere they live, work, and travel, not just at home,” said CCA President and CEO Tim Donovan. “Additional wireless infrastructure can extend the reach of BEAD deployments and help eliminate coverage gaps. Allowing states to use remaining BEAD funds for wireless connectivity will support public safety, American AI leadership, manufacturing, telehealth, and precision agriculture, maximizing the benefits for millions of Americans. For more information about CCA and its policy priorities, please visit ccamobile.org. ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.
Event Features Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) and Congressman Russell Fry (R-SC) as keynote speakers
Washington, D.C., – Competitive Carriers Association President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement regarding the upcoming reauthorization of the First Responder Network Authority Act: “CCA commends the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology on today’s legislative hearing evaluating FirstNet and for considering proactive bipartisan legislation to reauthorize FirstNet. The action is an important step in addressing needed transparency and accountability for FirstNet.” “In reauthorizing FirstNet, CCA supports robust oversight, a clear focus on how best to serve the needs of public safety, expanded rural coverage and partnership opportunities for rural carriers, and true interoperability that promotes resiliency and a competitive market for public safety communications. CCA appreciates the Subcommittee’s timely and thoughtful work on these important issues and its engagement with a broad range of stakeholders as this process moves forward.” For more information about CCA and its policy priorities, please visit ccamobile.org. ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.
Washington, D.C. – Competitive Carriers Association President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement: “CCA filed comments in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) IP Interconnection proceeding yesterday. The FCC is proposing to forbear from sections of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 that support interconnection and collocation for competitive providers in hopes of facilitating the country’s transition to IP. CCA’s comments emphasize the importance of wholesale competition to the FCC’s consideration and ongoing anticompetitive conduct from legacy incumbent local exchange carriers surrounding competitive interconnection. CCA members want to interconnect in IP and are being thwarted from efficiently doing so. CCA proposes a glide path the FCC can use as a basis for successfully and completely transitioning to IP in the United States – ensuring connectivity, competition, and innovation. Getting IP interconnection right – from the transition from TDM through fair and competitive rules of the road in an all-IP world – is one of the most important issues CCA members will face in 2026.” For more information about CCA and its policy priorities, please visit ccamobile.org . ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.
Washington, D.C., – Competitive Carriers Association President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement: “CCA applauds Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) for leading the introduction of the ‘Supporting U.S. Critical Connectivity and Economic Strategy and Security for BEAD Act’ or the ‘SUCCESS for BEAD Act.’ Prioritizing investment of ‘non-deployment’ funds from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program on initiatives such as mobile and fixed wireless connectivity will complement and enhance current investments from the BEAD program and ensure maximum impact toward closing the digital divide.” “Directing the remaining funds toward advanced wireless networks is the fastest and most effective way to progress ubiquitous connectivity – especially in rural America, where these networks are an important part of the path to meaningful broadband access. Strengthening and improving these networks expands opportunities to access education, telehealth, commerce, and public safety as well as cutting-edge technologies including AI and precision agriculture in the communities that need them most. Congress appropriated these funds specifically to expand connectivity and putting them to work expanding and enhancing wireless networks, as well as by providing support for critical workforce personnel and ensuring accountability with resources for data mapping policies, stays true to BEAD’s original goals.” “ I thank Senators Wicker and Capito for their leadership and urge Congress to advance this legislation.” For more information about CCA and its policy priorities, please visit ccamobile.org. ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.
Washington, D.C. – Competitive Carriers Association President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement regarding the House Committee on Energy and Commerce’s Subcommittee on Communications and Technology’s markup of broadband permitting legislation: “CCA applauds the Subcommittee’s efforts to advance legislation that would greatly improve the permitting landscape for broadband projects. Streamlining permitting requirements will decrease the arduous challenges faced by small and rural providers looking to build and deploy broadband infrastructure. Increased certainty will incentivize growth and unleash network innovation while speeding up deployment. Congress must act now to ensure that current federal permitting processes do not delay or altogether prohibit broadband deployment particularly in rural, high-cost, unserved, or underserved areas, and that federal siting and permitting policies help deliver ubiquitous broadband service across the country.” ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.
Washington, D.C., – Competitive Carriers Association President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement: “CCA commends the introduction of the Broadband and Telecommunications RAIL Act to help remove barriers to broadband deployment. Excessive delays, arbitrary fees, and increased costs surrounding broadband deployments around and across rail lines have long presented significant obstacles for CCA members working to close the digital divide in rural and underserved areas. The RAIL Act brings greater certainty to an otherwise inconsistent process, providing needed reforms to cut through challenges that frustrate the building, expansion, and maintenance of America’s mobile and fixed broadband networks. CCA urges Congress to move this important legislation forward.”
Washington D.C. - CCA, alongside INCOMPAS, NCTA, and NTCA, met with the FCC to discuss the draft Advancing IP Interconnection NPRM slated for the FCC’s October Open Meeting. The associations urged the Commission to ensure a careful IP transition that protects existing interconnection arrangements, avoids service disruptions, and builds a robust record before changing key voice network rules. The associations also emphasized the ongoing need for FCC involvement to preserve consumer protection and a fair competitive landscape both now and in an all-IP environment. Read the associations' joint Ex Parte here .
Washington, D.C. – Competitive Carriers Association President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement regarding the Federal Communications Commission’s adoption of a Notice of Inquiry on Accelerating Wireline Infrastructure Buildout and a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Freeing Wireless Infrastructure from Unlawful Regulatory Burdens: “CCA thanks the FCC for opening new proceedings today on improving the wireline and wireless permitting processes. Permitting has been a significant challenge for CCA members working to close the digital divide in rural areas, and further streamlining and improvement is necessary. We look forward to participating in these proceedings.” For more information about CCA and its policy priorities, please visit ccamobile.org . ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.
San Antonio, TX – Today, during its 2025 Annual Convention, Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) elected its 2025/2026 Board of Directors. CCA’s 2025/2026 Chair of the Board, Maureen McCabe Moore, SVP and Chief Customer Experience Officer, GCI Communications Corp., said, “It is an honor and pleasure to serve as CCA’s Chair for a second term. CCA is made up of a group of very dedicated, advocacy-oriented competitive carriers, and I look forward to our continued work together.” CCA’s President and CEO, Tim Donovan said, “I am very pleased that such an outstanding group of individuals is committed to advancing CCA’s policy issues. With several critical advocacy issues on the table, I look forward to having the leadership and guidance of the Officers and Board to ensure competitive carriers can compete and thrive for years to come.” 2025/2026 Board of Directors *Re-elected ** New Board Member Officers: Chair of the Board: Maureen McCabe Moore – GCI* Vice Chair of the Board: Chris Champion – C Spire Treasurer: Jon Lightle – Nex-Tech Wireless Secretary: Ron Whaley – IDI Billing Solutions Chair Emeritus: Jonathan Foxman – MTPCS* President & CEO: Tim Donovan – CCA Directors: Eric Boudriau – Ericsson* Mike Calabrese – Tarana Wireless Serena Chisnell – Nokia Tom Cullen – Boost Mobile Chip Damato – ClearSky Technologies Frank DiRico – Viaero Wireless John Dwyer - Interop Technologies, Inc. Judd Hinkle - Cellular One of NE Arizona Mike Johnson - Appalachian Wireless Mike Keegan - Transaction Network Services Mike Kilgore – Sagebrush Cellular** John Nettles – Pine Belt Communications Clint Odom - T-Mobile Michael Prior - ATN International Brighid Riordan – Cellcom* Tracey Schenk - Thumb Cellular, LLC Slayton Stewart - Carolina West Wireless* Bentina Terry - Southern Linc Von Todd - HTC, Inc.* John Wick – Syniverse* Eric Woody - Union Wireless ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.
