Today, WTA responded to comments made in the FCC’s proceeding proposing changes to the USF High Cost Program. While many commenters supported the goals and objectives of the High Cost Program, some contend that the FCC can eliminate or significantly … Continue reading “WTA Responds to Industry Comments in High Cost Program Proceeding”
Today, WTA filed comments with the FCC in response to its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on reforming the USF High Cost Program. In its comments, WTA reminded the FCC of Congress’s mandate to ensure that communications services are all available … Continue reading “WTA Comments on FCC High Cost Program NPRM”
Last week, in conjunction with the FCC’s IP Transition Workshop, representatives from WTA and its member companies met with staff from the office of Chairman Carr and Commissioners Gomez and Trusty to discuss WTA’s filed comments in the pertinent … Continue reading “WTA Discusses IP Transition with FCC”
On June 17, WTA joined CCA and RWA in responding to a Public Notice seeking comment on the reimbursement of certain costs incurred during the close-out phase of the Rip and Replace Program. Specifically, the associations believe that reasonable, documented … Continue reading “WTA Joins CCA and RWA in Supporting Ensuring Reasonable Costs are Reimbursable Under Rip and Replace”
Today, WTA filed reply comments in response to the FCC’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking’s on intercarrier compensation and the transition to an all-IP network. WTA noted that while filing parties uniformly support the ultimate goal of accelerating the deployment of … Continue reading “WTA Files Reply Comments in Intercarrier Compensation Proceeding”
Today, WTA expressed concerns that the FCC’s proposal to move to a full bill-and-keep system, along with eliminating Telephone Access Charges and phasing out CAF-ICC, support would adversely affect customers in rural areas by increasing their rates unless a sufficient … Continue reading “WTA Responds to FCC on Intercarrier Compensation and IP Transition”
Last Friday, WTA filed comments in response to the FCC’s Public Notice asking for reforms of USAC’s processes and oversight. In its comments, WTA recognized USAC audits play an important accountability role, but, at times, depending on how they are … Continue reading “WTA Makes Recommendations to FCC on USAC Audit Reform”
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