E-rate Analysis

by Peter Kaplan

August 21, 2017

Treasury Decision Based on OMB Advice

FCC moves E-rate funds to Treasury based on OMB letter, but funds remain out of federal budget.

by John Harrington

August 18, 2017

FY2017 Decisions Maintain Pace

USAC keeps steady pace of decisions, $500 million ahead of last year

by John Harrington

August 18, 2017

Voice Expenses Rise. FCC Can Help. Will It?

Sufficient funds exist to restore support for voice services; and applicants really need the help.

by John Harrington

August 11, 2017

E-rate Understates Need for Voice & C2

Real demand is hidden by phase down of voice services and difficulties applying for C2 support

by John Harrington

Frustrated Applicants Look for Help

Improving administration of E-rate should be priority of 5-Member FCC

by John Harrington

Pace of Payments and Decisions Improves

USAC pays out record funds and improves pace of funding decisions compared to dismal 2016

by Peter Kaplan

USAC Quarterly Board Meeting Highlights

SLD working on issuing pending commitments & enhancing EPC for better user experience

by Peter Kaplan

FY2016 Hits $1B Disbursement Milestone

USAC has authorized FY2016 payments totaling more than $1 billion