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Tribal Library and Cost Allocation Changes Approved

On July 20, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission voted to approve a draft Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking making changes to the E-rate program aimed at encouraging participation...

by Brian Stephens

Forty Days Left for $1.4B

August 29, 2023 is the BEAR and SPI invoice deadline for Emergency Connectivity Fund commitments from the first and second application windows that have not received an extension due to...

Reminder: Service Provider Annual Certification

In its July 2023 News Brief, USAC reminds E-rate service providers to complete the FCC Form 473 Service Provider Annual Certification Form, or SPAC. As of July 21, 2023, only...

by Brian Stephens

FY2023 Disbursements Start Strong

In just two weeks from the start of Funding Year 2023, more than $15 million has been disbursed for FY2023 applications. Early disbursements in 2023 outpace 2022 by nearly three...

Cybersecurity Pilot Program Proposed by FCC

On July 12, 2023, Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced a proposal for a three year, $200 million pilot program to support cybersecurity for K-12 schools and public libraries....

Firewall Report Provided to FCC

On July 11, 2023, the Universal Service Administrative Company filed a letter and report with the Federal Communications Commission providing summary information for funding requests related to firewalls in Funding...

Comments Sought on Eligible Services, Bidding, Forms

On June 29, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission circulated a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) seeking comment on a wide range of potential E-rate rule changes affecting eligible services,...

Cost-Allocation and Bidding Rule Changes Proposed

On June 29, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission circulated a draft Report and Order making certain changes to E-rate rules for Tribal libraries participating in the E-rate program. As a...