News - July 17, 2024

INCOMPAS Files Comments to the FCC's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Border Gateway Protocol Routing Security

WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 17, 2024 – INCOMPAS, the internet and competitive networks association, today filed comments in response to the FCC’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on reporting on Border Gateway Protocol risk mitigation processes. The following is a statement from INCOMPAS President Angie Kronenberg.

“INCOMPAS commends the FCC for recognizing that government, industry, and global norms initiatives must collaborate to improve the security and resiliency of the internet’s global routing system. Our members strongly agree with this approach and are committed to improving security, promoting collective responsibility, and fostering responsible governance in this space.

INCOMPAS supports the Commission’s goal of improving internet routing security as well as industry-led multistakeholder groups working towards solutions.  Our comments identify a series of concerns within the NPRM that may result in unintended consequences that would harm the proper functioning of the internet and free circulation of information, undermining the Commission’s mission and its goals in this proceeding.

INCOMPAS urges the Commission to consider these recommendations as it continues its efforts to maintain an open and free flowing internet. We look forward to working with the Commission on solutions to ensure government agencies and industry participants are able to provide meaningful input to help guide this critical work.”