USF Tracker

An in-depth discussion of developments and trends affecting the federal Universal Service Fund

USF Tracker - October 1, 2021

Recent News General (Including Non-USF Programs) On September 27, the FCC’s Wireline Competition Bureau (WCB) announced via Public Notice (DA 21-1207) that the application filing window for the Secure and Trusted…

USF Tracker - August 31, 2021

Recent News General (Including Non-USF Programs) On August 20, the FCC’s Wireline Competition Bureau (WCB) issued a Public Notice (DA 21-1027) seeking nominations for six board member positions on Universal Service…

USF Tracker - June 30, 2021

ECF Summary On May 10, 2021, the FCC unanimously adopted final rules in a Report and Order to implement the $7.17 billion Emergency Connectivity Fund Program (ECF Program or Fund). The ECF Program is a fund that…

USF Tracker - April 2021

Commentary After nearly four months of work, the FCC's Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBBP) is poised to launch. Nearly 750 providers are qualified to offer EBB-supported services, with discounts of up to $50 per…

USF Tracker - March 2021

Commentary In March, the FCC and USAC worked hard to stand up the first of three pandemic-related special programs, the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBBP). Rules for the $3.2 billion EBBP were adopted in…