E-rate Analysis

by Kristin Pease

Understanding the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)

In today’s digital era, safeguarding children from online risks stands as a paramount concern for schools and libraries nationwide. Upon receiving their Funding Commitment Decision Letters (FCDL), applicants proceed to...

Top 5 Things to Know About the FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program

The Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program is set to provide significant support for enhancing the cybersecurity of educational institutions and libraries. Here are the top five things you need...

Over 8,600 Applicant have Un-used ECF Funds

A total of 8,634 applicants, with an average of $225K dollars, have unused ECF funds remaining. This includes funds where the Last Date to Invoice has already passed, as well...

Navigating Communication Glitches in the EPC System’s Invoice Portal

The E-rate Program, administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC), provides essential funding for schools and libraries to obtain affordable broadband and telecommunications services. However, like any complex system,...

Over $800M in Unused ECF Funds Could be Returned

As of 6/10/2024, there were 6,952 individual applicants with over $809.9M of ECF funding that was not used on 12,398 requests that had exceeded their Last Date to Invoice. Given...

by Brian Stephens

$1.768 Billion Rescinded From Emergency Connectivity Fund

On March 31, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission updated their Frequently Asked Questions for the Emergency Connectivity Program, indicating that $1.768 billion of the fund has been rescinded by Congress....

FY2024 Application Pace

As we head into the summer deferral period, committed amounts for the first five waves of FY2024 are up from the same period in FY2023. But amounts are still less...

FY2023 Cybersecurity Insights

It’s no secret that there is an overwhelming and urgent need for E-rate support for Cybersecurity access. In 2023, applicants indicated they have frequently updated and invested in cybersecurity products...