E-rate News

Glitch Interrupts Form 471 Filing for Some

EPC bug causes some applicants to lose access to their 471s. USAC hopes to fix issue within 24 hours.

FY2017 Cap Set at $3.99 Billion

FY2017 funding cap increased by 1.3 percent inflation-adjusted from FY2016 cap of $3.94B

Senate Holds FCC Oversight Hearing

Broadband access, number one issue discussed at the FCC oversight hearing before the Senate

Chairman Pai Reappointed for Another Term

President Trump reappoints¬†Ajit Pai to serve a second 5-year term pending Senate approval

Senators Concerned by Pai’s Action

Senators outline concerns with FCC Chairman's decision to retract E-rate progress report

Thank you, Jessica Rosenworcel

Former Commissioner encouraged Internet access through reform of E-rate and Lifeline programs

Groups Ask to Put Voice Phase-out on Hold

NTCA and TDS ask FCC to temporarily restore funding for voice services while studying changes

February 27, 2017

FY2017 Application Window Now Open

Schools and libraries can now submit E-rate funding requests for 2017/2018