E-rate News

Temporary SPIN Now Available

SLD allows applicants to use the temporary SPIN number on their Form 471 applications

Senator Questions FCC Oversight of EPC

Letter to FCC raises concerns about EPC‚Äôs long-term impact on applicants.

Senators Inquire About RHC Consultants

Senators inquires about the role of consultants in the Rural Health Care Program.

New Payment Process Starts July 1

New invoice payment process to take effect this summer, beginning July 1, 2016.

USAC Report: Rising Impact of PQAs

USAC released their Quarterly Report with projections for the third quarter of 2016.

FCC Modernizes Lifeline Program

FCC released its Third Report and Order for the Lifeline Universal Service program

USAC announces Mel Blackwell to retire

Mel Blackwell, the Vice President of the SLD, to retire effective June 30, 2016

Citing Efficiency, FCC Denies Payments

The FCC has denied payments for 125 applicants who missed an invoice extension deadline.