E-rate Commentary

by John Harrington

September 21, 2018

Regs Are Hurting, Not Helping, Applicants

Applicants need E-rate dollars but confusing requirements hold them back. FCC action is needed

by John Harrington

September 7, 2018

Funding Changes Lack Transparency

Commitment adjustments and payment decisions should be clearly explained and publicly available.

by John Harrington

August 31, 2018

Target Filing Dates Would Help E-veryone

Permanent filing window would aid planning and improve outcomes. We suggest Jan 2 to March 25.

by Nick Shipley

August 22, 2018

RFCDL Guidance Cause for Concern

Recipients of revised funding decisions should check invoice deadline before seeking refunds

by John Harrington

August 17, 2018

No Funds Yet for WAN Construction in 2018

Applicant-owned networks go nowhere despite official FCC position

by John Harrington

August 10, 2018

In Pribilof, FCC Shows Common Sense

Stung by EPC, a set of FY16 requests get another chance. Good, but can we now address core issue?

by Peter Kaplan

Vendors Reminded to File SPAC

Service Providers encouraged to file Form 473 (SPAC) to maintain payment status

by Peter Kaplan

Summer Deferral PIA Status

Over $117 million FY18 applications are now listed as being in the "Summer Deferral" time period.