Average Schedule Settlements Reduced, Again

While the deceases are not major, NECA’s proposed 2017 Interim Modification of Average Schedules and 2018 Further Modification of Average Schedules represent a further reduction in settlements for some of…

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Hats Off to the Small Company Coalition, Again

Our August 10th, 2017 blog praised the SCC for being a strong advocate on behalf of small RLECs. In late January, members of the coalition held a teleconference with FCC…

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Finally, FCC Promises Rural Broadband USF Relief

“In my first remarks to FCC staff as Chairman…I declared that my highest priority would be making sure every American who wants high-speed Internet access can get it. Rural Americans…

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FCC Priorities

The House Subcommittee on Communications and Technology has announced it will hold an October 25th hearing with the rather all-encompassing title, “Oversight of the Federal Communications Commission.” Among other topics,…

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The FCC Must Act SOON

With High Cost Loop Support continuing to be significantly reduced, many small Rate of Return RLECs – both those receiving legacy settlements, as well as those choosing the ACAM model…

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Will the FCC Lighten its RLEC Touch?

As ICORE works for client companies, and analyzes industry events and trends, we are continually amazed at the complete control the FCC exercises over the interstate revenue of RLECs. From…

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