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by Peter Kaplan

Waiting for First FY2019 Funding Wave

One-in-five applications show "wave ready" status in USAC system. First wave slower than last year.

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.

by John Harrington

87% of School Sites Apply for C2 Funds

Analysis shows strong C2 demand. 63% of schools, 20% of libraries have maxed their C2 budget.

USAC Provides Special Construction Details

Letter defends decision to fund special construction in response to FCC Commissioner O'Rielly inquiry.

FCC Moving on 5G

Pai aims to create Rural Digital Opportunity Fund that will add approx. $20B into broadband networks

by Cathy Cruzan

68% of USAC Appeals Tied to FCDLs

Majority of appeals submitted via EPC are tied to USAC's review of funding applications.

E-rate Legislation Introduced

Senators introduce the Internet Exchange (IX) Act to help improve Internet access in rural communities.

Pai’s Response on E-rate Concerns

FCC Chair responds to concerns about transitioning to new Business Process Outsourcing vendor.