E-rate News

FCC Commissioner Rosenworcel Supports E-rate Reform

On April 11, 2013, FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel spoke at the Washington Education Technology Summit and advocated for further E-rate reform.

FCC Seeks Comments on the Eligibility of Bundled Components

On April 9, 2013, the Federal Communications Commission released a Public Notice seeking public comment on E-rate requirements for "bundling devices, equipment and services that are ineligible for E-rate...

USAC to Issue Automatic Invoice Deadline Extensions

In its April 3, 2013 service provider conference call, USAC announced that all Funding Year 2012 invoice deadlines will be automatically extended for one year.

USAC Releases Semi-Annual Audit Report

On March 29, 2013, USAC submitted their Semi-Annual Audit Report to the Federal Communications Commission. As required by the FCC's Fifth Report and Order, USAC must submit a semi-annual report...

USAC Releases 2012 Annual Report

On March 29, 2013, the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) released its 2012 Annual Report. The report provides the Federal Communications Commission and Congress details about the non-profit company's activities...

FCC Releases 2012 USF Monitoring Report

On March 25, 2013, the Federal Communications Commission released the annual Universal Service Monitoring Report prepared by the Federal-State Universal Service Joint Board. The Monitoring Report highlights trends...

FCC Chairman Genachowski to Step Down

On March 22, 2013, the Federal Communications Commission announced that Julius Genachowski will be stepping down as FCC Chairman in the coming weeks. In a statement, Chairman Genachowski noted: "Over...

USAC Holds Form 499 Webcast

On March 19, 2013, USAC held a Form 499 training webcast for telecommunications companies who are required to contribute to the Universal Service Fund. In Funding Year 2012 there were...