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E-rate Commentary

by John Harrington
November 2, 2018

E-rate Regulations Hide True Demand

Applicants required to underreport C2 demand, eliminate security, and stick with old voice service.
Category Two E-rate regulations FCC USAC
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by Cathy Cruzan
October 19, 2018

Rules Force Applicants to Repay Millions

Regulation could cost schools $86 million this year as old disputes lead to return of funds.
Applicant Application Process FCC Program Rules USAC
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by John Harrington
October 12, 2018

Budget Regs Stop 29% of C2 Projects

Instead of capping Wi-Fi projects, Category Two rules stop them. The FCC is poised to fix this.
Category 2 Denials Category Two Eligible Services FCC FY 2018 Public Notice
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by John Harrington
October 5, 2018

SHLB Group Tackles E-rate Regs

Coalition members' annual conference (Oct 10-12) helps schools and libraries access E-rate funding
Funds For Learning SHLB conference
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by John Harrington
September 28, 2018

Schools Deserve Extra Bandwidth

Regulations stop applicants from getting back-up internet when they need it most.
Appeals Applicant Duplicative Services Eligible Services
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by John Harrington
September 21, 2018

Regs Are Hurting, Not Helping, Applicants

Applicants need E-rate dollars but confusing requirements hold them back. FCC action is needed
Applicant Application Process E-rate regulations Program Rules
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by John Harrington
September 7, 2018

Funding Changes Lack Transparency

Commitment adjustments and payment decisions should be clearly explained and publicly available.
Applicant COMAD Commitment Adjustments RFCDL
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by John Harrington
August 31, 2018

Target Filing Dates Would Help E-veryone

Permanent filing window would aid planning and improve outcomes. We suggest Jan 2 to March 25.
Applicant Dates and Deadlines Filing Window Program Rules USAC
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