NCTA (association)

NCTA
NCTA – The Internet & Television Association
Founded1952
TypeTrade association
Location
  • 25 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington, DC 20001
President and CEO[1]
Michael Powell
Websitencta.com
Formerly called
National Cable & Telecommunications Association

NCTA, formerly known as the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA), is a trade association representing the broadband and cable television industries in the United States. As of 2011, NCTA represented more than 90% of the U.S. cable market,[2] over 200 cable networks, and various equipment suppliers and service providers to the cable industry.

NCTA is considered one of the most prominent lobbying organizations in the United States, having $14 million to lobbying efforts in 2021.[3] Regarding policy matters, NCTA has expressed opposition to net neutrality and municipal broadband proposals. Currently, the association is led by Michael Powell, a former Republican member of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).[4]

  1. ^ Cite error: The named reference INTX was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  2. ^ Jim Puzzanghera (15 Mar 2011). "Former FCC Chairman Michael Powell named to lead cable TV's top lobbying group". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 11 Jan 2015.
  3. ^ Marek, Sue (2023-05-09). "Marek's Take: Telecom operators rack up big fees to pay lobbyists". FierceWireless. Retrieved 2023-05-09.
  4. ^ Eggerton, John (2022-07-28). "Net Neutrality Bill Is Nuclear Option, Says NCTA's Michael Powell". Multichannel News. Retrieved 2023-05-09.