FCC
FCC Adopts Proposal to Increase E-rate Program Funding for Tribes Reliant on School Libraries
The FCC broadened the E-rate eligibility to tribal colleges used as public libraries.
FCC
The FCC broadened the E-rate eligibility to tribal colleges used as public libraries.
Digital Inclusion
The USF needs to first be reformed for its own sustainability.
Expert Opinion
While the USF remains vital in an ever-increasing connected world, it is in serious jeopardy of surviving.
Universal Service
Including all broadband internet revenue will alter the internet in uncertain ways, claims expert.
Universal Service
The bill requires the FCC to study and reform the contribution base of the Universal Service Fund.
Universal Service
The matter is also in front of the 6th and 11th Circuit courts.
FCC
Sohn was first nominated in October 2021.
Broadband Mapping and Data
AT&T suggested the FCC look into relieving USF by considering other public funding in ACAM areas.
Universal Service
FCC should not ‘wait for Congress to sort through these complex issues.’
Expert Opinion
A recent study by CostQuest suggests that 37,000 more towers are needed to bring mobile coverage up to speed nationwide.
Big Tech
A number of players have pitched the idea of having big tech platforms pay into the basic telecommunications fund.
Universal Service
Expanding the number of internet providers eligible to contribute to the fund may decrease costs for telecommunications providers and consumers.
Universal Service
Letter cites Carol Mattey report, which recommends broadening the base.
Universal Service
Consultants say the Federal Communications Commission has the authority to do so.
Expert Opinion
The FCC should hit the pause button on a current plan to zero out support for voice-only services.
Universal Service
A Mattey Consulting report finds broadband revenues can help sustain the fund used to connect rural and low-income Americans.