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Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) “Homework Gap” Rules Clarified

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has published a FAQ that addresses common questions and uncertainties about the Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) program. K-12 schools and public libraries can begin submitting...

by Julie Fitzgerald

Steps to Take Before ECF Filing Window Opens

The ECF filing window opens June 29th, which is right around the corner. If you are new to E-rate, there are several steps you can take today, as outlined below....

FCC Releases Erratum for Emergency Connectivity Fund

On June 23rd, the FCC released a Second Erratum to clarify or correct portions of Emergency Connectivity Fund Report and Order, which was adopted on May 10th, 2021. The Second...

FCC Extends Deadline for Special Construction

On June 21, 2021, the FCC provided additional relief for schools and libraries who have special construction projects in progress which were filed in funding years 2019 and 2020. Special...

$160M Unclaimed as Invoice Deadline Closes In

The last date to invoice for recurring FY2019 services is this Friday, June 25, 2021. Back in February Funds For Learning did an analysis on FY2019 funding requests after the...

by Julie Fitzgerald

Sorting Out Connectivity Funding Options

The rapid release of connectivity funding programs this last year has been confusing to many and may look like alphabet soup at times. Adding to the confusion is the programs...

FCC Announces ECF Trainings

On June 15, 2021, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced an Emergency Connectivity Fund Program Overview Webinar to be held on Friday, June 25 starting at 2:00PM EST. The event...

Biden Urged to Nominate FCC Commissioner

On June 11, 2021, Universal Service Fund (USF) stakeholders sent a letter to the White House urging the President and Vice-President to nominate a fifth commissioner to ensure a fully...