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Form 471 Deadline Appeal Decision

FCC waives Form 471 deadline rules for 188 applicants who filed after FY2019 window closed

by John Harrington

Old Funds Become Surprise New Liability

USAC resurrects old invoices after document retention period, asking applicants for $ millions

Executive Order Blocks Tech Deemed Risky

President Trump aims to block I.T. purchases from companies considered a national security risk

April USAC Board Meeting Details

USAC releases a briefing book detailing recently concluded SLD Quarterly Board Meeting.

by John Harrington

FY2019 Demand Shows Steady Growth

A 32% increase in Category Two funding requests, and other gains, are positive signs for applicants.

by Peter Kaplan

Suggestions for FY2020

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

Broadband Workshop Announced

Workshop by FCC aims to help Tribal Nations identify opportunities to develop robust broadband.

by Peter Kaplan

698 Applicants At-Risk Due to Form Design

$23 million of Internet support in jeopardy because of confusing Form 470 "drop-down" menus.