Telecommunications Law Updates at OAMA 2024

The Oklahoma Association of Municipal Attorneys (OAMA) Fall Conference took place on November 14-15, 2024. It was held at the Waterford Hotel in Oklahoma City. Mike Bradley was a featured speaker on the first day where he provided a municipal telecommunications law update. This premier event was attended by municipal attorneys from across the state of Oklahoma.

Mike’s presentation covered a wide variety of telecommunications topics. It presented a comprehensive overview. The presentation addressed both current issues and emerging issues in the field. He delved into the intricacies of federal and state legislative proposals and policies. Mike provided a detailed summary of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) activities. This included recent rulings impacting local governments and consumers alike. Moreover, he offered an insightful review of recent cases from across the country and their implications for telecommunications policy.

Mike enriched the presentation by emphasizing the recent updates from the Department of Justice. These updates concern the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Rules. They specifically pertain to municipal websites and apps. He reviewed the new guidelines and their expected impact on accessibility standards for government services. For more information, interested parties can refer to our post on the Department of Justice’s Americans with Disabilities Act Rules relating to municipal websites and apps. This article outlines these important changes. It also provides context on how municipalities can adapt to these requirements. Mike thoroughly examined these subjects. He provided attendees with valuable insights. His insights imparted knowledge necessary for navigating the complexities of telecommunications today.

The conference brought together municipal legal professionals from various regions. They engaged in valuable networking opportunities. They also participated in enriching learning sessions and engaging discussions on key legal issues facing municipalities today. Attendees had the chance to share insights on the evolving landscape of municipal law, explore best practices, and tackle pressing challenges encountered in their jurisdictions. OAMA always puts on a great conference that fosters collaboration and innovation, paving the way for more effective municipal governance.

Michael Bradley

Mike Bradley is a partner at Bradley Werner, LLC. Mike has spent nearly his entire 30+ year career representing local governments and access television organizations on cable television and telecommunications issues. Throughout that time, he has had the privilege of representing many of his clients continuously. Mike has received the highest attorney ratings from Martindale-Hubble and is admitted to practice in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Washington and in multiple federal courts, including the United States Supreme Court.

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