E-rate Commentary

by Brian Stephens

September 6, 2019

We’re Here, We’re Clear

E-rate stakeholders have a plan. Now it's time for action.

by John Harrington

E-rate Brings Faster Internet, Lower Costs

In a nationwide survey of applicants, 1,763 schools and libraries say the E-rate program is succeeding

by John Harrington

O’Rielly Takes Aim at Rural Applicants

In speech, FCC commissioner accuses Texas school consortium of "scheme" to get fast Internet

by Peter Kaplan

FY2019 is Finally Here!

July 1 is start date of FY2019; to get reimbursed, the broadband services must start after July 1

by John Harrington

FCC Threatens Cut to E-rate Funding

Master cap would override existing USF limitations and could reduce support for broadband

by John Harrington

FCC Notices Foreshadow Possible Changes

A flurry of activity at the FCC suggests that significant adjustments are being considered.

by Peter Kaplan

Suggestions for FY2020

E-rate Modernization Order has improved the administration of E-rate program; more can be done

by John Harrington

FCC Asked to Renew & Improve C2 Program

9-out-of-10 schools benefit from E-rate Wi-Fi funds. FCC should renew. Applicants asked to take survey.