Telecommunication Act of 1996

The Telecommunication Act of 1996 is a law that changed how communication companies operate in the U.S. It aimed to promote competition by making it easier for new companies to enter the market and provide services like phone, internet, and cable TV. It also updated regulations to reflect technological advances and encouraged investment in new infrastructure. Additionally, the act included provisions related to privacy, licensing, and accessibility, seeking to create a more dynamic, competitive, and innovative telecommunications industry that benefits consumers with better services and prices.