Bipartisan Coalition of 51 Mayors Oppose FCC Bulk Billing Proposal

A bipartisan coalition of 51 mayors asked the FCC to abandon its proposed ban on bulk billing arrangements for broadband and cable services in multi-tenant environments (see 2407090049). In a letter posted Tuesday in docket 17-142, the mayors said that residents' rates "would rise significantly while service capabilities would be frozen in place" should the FCC continue with its proposal. Given the "clear benefits to consumers and the competitive marketplace, regulatory intervention would be detrimental," the letter said: "Bulk deals serve the public interest and directly benefit countless individuals within our communities." The FCC declined to comment. Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel defended the proposal in a letter to lawmakers in June (see 2406280056).