NTCA CEO Calls for USF Reform
‘The USF contribution mechanism is sadly really outdated and needs to be repaired,’ NTCA CEO says

‘The USF contribution mechanism is sadly really outdated and needs to be repaired,’ NTCA CEO says
WASHINGTON, July 11, 2024 – Pressure continues to mount from the telecommunications industry to reform the federal Universal Service Fund.
Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association, was the latest industry leader to advocate for an expansion of the USF contribution base to ensure a fairer distribution of responsibility.
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