E-rate News

Commission Seeks Comment on 470 & 471

FCC seeks comments on collection of information as part of its effort to reduce paperwork burdens.

FCC Addresses Regulatory Concerns

Chairman Pai responds to concerns about E-rate admin voiced by Montana leadership

FCC Grants Form 471 Deadline Waivers

FCC rules on appeal decisions related to requests for review, waiver, and petitions for reconsideration.

USAC Extends BPO RFP Deadline

SLD revises their Business Process Outsourcing services RFP due date from May 25 to June 15.

District Seeks Punitive Damages

Orange County files legal action against service provider alleging violation of E-rate program rules.

Call Center Transition Update

USAC expects to fully transition to new vendor by May 31; anticipated reduced cost approx. 60%

UETN Waiver Request Granted

FCC grants waiver on service implementation deadline for special construction project.

Annual Duplication & Cost Savings Report

GAO issues a report aimed at finding opportunities to achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness.