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E-rate Commentary

E-rate News E-rate Analysis Commentary
by Peter Kaplan
March 15, 2017

Telephone Bill Charge Explained

Universal Service fee appears on your phone bill when a provider elects to recover contributions
FCC Introduction
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by Peter Kaplan
January 27, 2017

Data Privacy Day

Event raises awareness and promotes privacy and data protection best practices
Data Privacy
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by John Harrington
January 20, 2017

More E-rate Changes Needed

E-rate is "mission critical" to empowering students and library patrons; More improvements needed
Applicant Eligible Services FCC Homework gap
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by John Harrington
January 13, 2017

Applicants Await 2017 Filing Window Dates

EPC-related delays spill into 2017, frustrating applicants and causing time table concerns
Applicant Dates and Deadlines Form 471 FY 2017
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by John Harrington
January 6, 2017

E-rate Wish List for 2017

Restoring voice services & allowing backup Internet access included in list of hoped for changes
Applicant Application Process Program Rules
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by Peter Kaplan
December 23, 2016

2016 Year in Review

E-rate evolved in 2016, with full implementation of Reform, key personnel changes and EPC struggles
Applicant EPC FCC Funding Availability Funding Commitments FY 2016 Trends
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by Dirk Schroeder
December 9, 2016

Reminder: Post Form 470

Preparing for 2017 begins now. Schools & libraries encouraged to start competitive bid process
Applicant Application Process Forms FY 2017
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by Verlyne Jolley
December 9, 2016

EPC “Known Issues” and Other Tips

Applicants can expect a bumpy ride navigating USAC's patchwork of new and old systems
Application Process EPC FY2017
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