E-Rate Wi-Fi Hotspots Further NPRM Comments Due Oct. 4, Replies Due Nov. 4
On July 18, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) adopted a report and order and further notice of proposed rulemaking (Order and Further NPRM) allowing schools and libraries to receive E-Rate support for Wi-Fi hotspots and services that can be used off-premises by students, school staff, and library patrons.
Fifth Circuit Grants Stay of Universal Service Contribution Decision
On August 26, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit granted the FCC’s motion to stay its decision granting Consumer’s Research, et al.’s petition for review of the FCC’s first quarter 2022 universal service contribution factor.
Comments on Proposed E-Rate FY 2025 ESL Due Aug. 30
The Federal Communications Commission’s Wireline Competition Bureau (Bureau) released the Funding Year 2025 E-rate Eligible Services List (ESL) on July 31, 2024. Comments are due August 30, 2024; reply comments are due September 16, 2024.
