SHLB Endorses Representatives for USAC
Organization cited a wealth of experience shared by the two nominees

Organization cited a wealth of experience shared by the two nominees
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2024 - The Schools, Health and Libraries Broadband Coalition announced this week that it was endorsing the nominations of two school representatives to the Universal Service Administrative Company’s board of directors.
SHLB on Wednesday endorsed the nominations of both Julie Tritt Schell and Carla Wade to USAC’s board for a three year term and a one year term respectively.
USAC is the independent body tasked by the Federal Communications Commission with administering five federal broadband access programs, including the $4.37 billion High Cost program and the now-defunct Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
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