E-rate News

New FCC Leadership Announced

Outgoing FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski today congratulated Tom Wheeler on his nomination for FCC Chairman.

FCC Fills USAC Board Vacancies

On April 25, 2013, the Federal Communications Commission announced new members of the USAC Board. The Board meets quarterly to discuss Universal Service Fund (USF) and E-rate program policy issues.

Comment Deadline Set for Bundled Components Public Notice

On April 9, 2013, the Federal Communications Commission released a Public Notice seeking public comment on E-rate requirements for "bundling devices, equipment and services that are ineligible for E-rate support...

USAC Releases FY2013 Demand Estimate

On April 22, 2013, the Universal Service Administrative Company released their annual demand estimate to the Federal Communications Commission. USAC's estimate of total program demand for Funding Year 2013 is...

USAC Approves Recommendation to Start Issuing FY 2013 Priority One Commitments

On April 22, 2013, the USAC Schools and Libraries Committee approved the SLD's recommendation to begin making funding commitments for FY 2013 Priority One applications. The Committee also approved the...

USAC Schools and Libraries Quarterly Board Meeting Agenda: April 22

Each quarter, the USAC Schools and Libraries Committee holds meetings to provide policy guidance to the SLD on a variety of E-rate topics. The next quarterly meeting is scheduled for...

FCC Commissioner Rosenworcel Supports E-rate Reform

On April 11, 2013, FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel spoke at the Washington Education Technology Summit and advocated for further E-rate reform.

FCC Seeks Comments on the Eligibility of Bundled Components

On April 9, 2013, the Federal Communications Commission released a Public Notice seeking public comment on E-rate requirements for "bundling devices, equipment and services that are ineligible for E-rate...