USF
Conservative Groups Oppose Broadband Taxes on ISPs, Agreeing with Rosenworcel
USF fees could increase monthly bills by more than $17
USF
The Telecommunications Act of 1996 expanded the Universal Service Fund to ensure that all Americans, especially those in rural or low income communities, have broadband access. The FCC administers the fund through four programs: High Cost Support Mechanism, Low Income Support Mechanism, Rural Health Care Support Mechanism, and Schools and Libraries Support Mechanism.
FCC
If Trump Won, What Would Carr Do as FCC Chairman?
The agency's senior Republican outlined policy priorities in his Project 2025 chapter.
Sixth Circuit
Policy Analyst: Expand USF to Include Edge Providers
Roslyn Layton calls for including digital services in USF funding to relieve burden on telecom consumers.
USF
AT&T and Feds Disagree on Whether Government ‘Provides’ USF Money
The company wants SCOTUS to find the fund isn't covered by the False Claims Act.
USF
SHLB Endorses Representatives for USAC
Organization cited a wealth of experience shared by the two nominees
Expert Opinion
To Withstand Emergencies Like Helene, Broadband Policies Need to Last
Going forward, we could mitigate risks by designing our networks with resiliency in mind.
Section 230
Former Pai Aide: USF ‘Top Issue’ Post-Election
Legal challenges put USF and FCC powers at risk.
USF
GOP Attorneys General Ask Supreme Court to Take USF Case
They want justices to find the Universal Service Fund unconstitutional.
Affordability
New Study Proposes Funding Reforms for ACP
The Affordable Connectivity Program should change the income-eligibility threshold to 135% of the federal poverty line, says report.
Election 2024
Analysts Ponder Telecom Policy Moves Under Harris or Trump
The Nov. 5 election could bring significant changes to the FCC
USF
ISPs, Consumer Groups Ask Supreme Court to Preserve USF
The FCC separately asked SCOTUS to intervene earlier this month.
BEAD
Adelstein: Markets Upbeat About Fiber’s Future
Implementation of federal funding is being watched by investors.
Consumers’ Research
Supreme Court Could Use USF Case to Cut Agency Power: Consumers' Research Lawyer
The litigious conservative nonprofit challenging the Universal Service Fund says its case could make it harder for Congress to delegate duties.
Benton
Policy Experts Note Importance of FCC Regulatory Authority
Panel discussed USF, ACP, and Net Neutrality
Consumers’ Research
FCC’s Gomez Disappointed by Fifth Circuit's USF Decision
Regulator concerned decision could delay closing the digital divide.
USF
Midco Says it Should Keep Unsubsidized Competitor Status
Adjacent providers say they had subsidy awards reduced because of a misclassification.
