USTelecom, NTCA Remind the FCC of its RDOF Eligibility Policies

In a recent meeting with, and follow-up letter to the FCC, USTelecom – The Broadband Association and NTCA –The Rural Broadband Association, addressed the 197 letters that the Commission sent…

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Phase Down of Lifeline Subsidy Endangers Universal Service

The December 1st reduction of the SLC to $5.25 per month will not allow full cost recover to many RLECs under the FCC’s High-Cost program. So said NTCA – The…

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Rural Associations Ask for Ten Years of Legacy Support Under 5G Order

The Rural Wireless Association (RWA) and NTCA – The Rural Broadband Association – recently had discussions with FCC staff concerning the Commission’s Draft Order on the 5G Fund for Rural…

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NTCA to FCC: Do Not Extend Price Cap Carrier Proposal to RLECs

NTCA – The Rural Broadband Association in a recent discussion and follow-up letter with the FCC, responded to a proposal made by USTelecom – The Broadband Association on behalf of…

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NTCA, RWA Continue to Promote the Advancement of Rural Broadband

In a videoconference and follow up letter, the Rural Wireless Association (RWA) and NTCA – the Rural Broadband Association, urged the FCC to “establish a 5G Fund for Rural America…

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NTCA, WTA, USTelecom to Congress: Do Not Eliminate ETC Designation at This Time

In a recent letter to Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), and Representatives Frank Pallone (D-N.J.) and Greg Walden (R-Ore.), the three major broadband associations representing rural carriers…

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USTelecom Requests Changes in Budget Control Mechanism for RLECs

In early June, USTelecom  -  The Broadband Association, joined NTCA  - The Rural Broadband Association, in asking the FCC for changes to the budget control mechanism as it impacts RLEC…

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