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USAC Announces 2015 Applicant Training Dates

On May 7, 2015, USAC announced eight applicant training sessions starting in Washington, DC on October 2, 2015.

USAC Releases FY 2015 Demand Estimate

On May 6, 2015, the Universal Service Company (USAC) released their annual demand estimate to the Federal Communications Commission. The estimated FY 2015 demand is $3.920 billion based on 48,404...

by John Harrington

Honoring Our Nation’s Educators

Besides their home, there is perhaps no greater single influence in the life of a young person than the time they spend with teachers. A child's knowledge, skills, and self-image...

Hot Topics: Advance Installation of Internal Connections

In the FCC's Seventh Report and Order, E-rate rules were changed to allow applicants the ability to begin installation of non-recurring Category 2 products in the summer months while students...

FCC Chairman Wheeler Releases Statement on Passing of Charles Benton

On April 29, 2015, Charles Benton lost his battle with cancer. Charles Benton founded the Benton Foundation and has long been a champion to ensure our communications networks serve the...

FCC Releases Appeal Decisions

The FCC released several appeal decisions related to the E-rate program. The FCC granted 23 appeals and waivers while denying 7 stakeholder appeals.

FFL Urges Commission Not to Eliminate Voice Services

Funds For Learning responded to an FCC's Petition for Reconsideration on the regulatory question of phasing out voice services. FFL is requesting that the FCC reconsider their position, and not...

USAC Schools & Libraries Meeting Notes: April 27, 2015

On April 27, 2015 the USAC Schools & Libraries Committee held their quarterly board meeting and voted to give the SLD authority to the make commitments for Category One and...