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May Appeal Decisions Released by FCC

On June 3, 2024, the FCC issued its monthly Public Notice deciding requests for review, requests for waiver, and petitions for reconsideration related to actions taken by USAC. The FCC...

FY2024 Application Pace

As we head into the summer deferral period, committed amounts for the first five waves of FY2024 are up from the same period in FY2023. But amounts are still less...

FY2023 Cybersecurity Insights

It’s no secret that there is an overwhelming and urgent need for E-rate support for Cybersecurity access. In 2023, applicants indicated they have frequently updated and invested in cybersecurity products...

Summer Deferral Period Starts, May 24

On May 23, 2024, USAC announced that their “summer deferral” period starts Friday, May 24. During the deferral period, which runs from the Friday before Memorial Day through the Friday...

Rosenworcel Responds to Congress’ E-rate Inquiry

On May 22, 2024, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel sent a letter to members of Congress regarding the expansion of the E-rate program to fund Wi-Fi access on school buses and...

$25K Average Cyber Funding Available

How much can schools and libraries expect to receive if they participate in the Cybersecurity Pilot? On average, applicants can expect to qualify for $25,530. For applicants accepted into the...

89% of active applicants have available Category Two funds

In the 2024 Applicant Survey, there are two responses specific to Category Two budgets: My organization intends to apply for Category Two discounts next year, in funding year 2025. By...

E-rate Cybersecurity Timeline

Over the last 2 years, many steps have been taken to get to the FFC’s vote on the Cybersecurity pilot program on June 6. Included below are a few highlights...