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March 27, 2017

USAC Shares EPC Known Issues Update

In their Weekly News Brief, USAC provides updates on technical issues surrounding EPC
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March 23, 2017

E-rate Program Overview By SLD

SLD to conduct webinars tailored for new/seasoned E-rate applicants on basic program information
Applicant FY 2017 Training USAC
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March 21, 2017

Senators Express Bipartisan E-rate Support

FCC Chair encouraged to continue E-rate support, a vital source of funding for schools and libraries
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March 21, 2017

Pai: “E-rate is a Program Worth Fighting For”

Chairman Pai replies to Senator Nelson's concerns on decision to retract E-rate progress report
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March 21, 2017

USAC Hires New VP of RHC Program

Karen Lee to lead the Rural Healthcare Program, a post previously held by SLD's VP, Craig Davis
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March 17, 2017

Extra Time for Certain Oct 2016 Invoices

FCC allows additional time for applicants unable to submit payment paperwork last fall
Applicant FCC Invoice Deadline
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March 17, 2017

Glitch Interrupts Form 471 Filing for Some

EPC bug causes some applicants to lose access to their 471s. USAC hopes to fix issue within 24 hours.
Applicant Form 471 FY 2017 USAC
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March 14, 2017

FY2017 Cap Set at $3.99 Billion

FY2017 funding cap increased by 1.3 percent inflation-adjusted from FY2016 cap of $3.94B
FCC Funding Availability FY 2017 Public Notice
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