On October 20th, RUS Administrator Jonathan Adelstein sent a letter to FCC Chairman Genachowski asking the FCC to adopt a waiver process for “those who have prudently, in good faith with government oversight, under current USF rules” when devising it’s … Continue reading “RUS Administrator Adelstein Encourages FCC to Adopt Waiver for RUS Borrowers”
On October 19th, 13 state telco associations wrote to the FCC in support of the industry Consensus Framework. They write that “it is of importance that the Rural Plan portion of the Industry Consensus Framework not only proactively addresses universal … Continue reading “13 State Associations Support Consensus Framework”
This week, representatives from WTA, NTCA, OPASTCO and NECA met with Wireline Bureau and FCC Commissioner staff on several occasions to relay our concerns about the proposed Order due for a vote at the end of the month. The notices … Continue reading “WTA, Rural Allies Meet With FCC on USF Reform”
Yesterday, the Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing entitled “Universal Service Reform-Bringing Broadband to All Americans” at which Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA, testified on behalf of the three rural associations.
Shirley Bloomfield’s testimony
Rural Association Press Release
Archived webcast … Continue reading “Senate Commerce Committee Holds Hearing on USF/ICC Reform”
Today, the D.C.-based Hudson Institute released a study entitled The Economic Impact of Rural Telecommunications: The Greater Gains. The report finds:
– Rural telecommunications companies contributed $14.5 billion to the economies of the states in which they operated in 2009… Continue reading “Hudson Institute Releases Study on Economic Impact of Universal Telecommunications Services”
Today, WTA, NTCA and OPASTCO issued a press release responding to Chairman Genachowski’s announcement that he was circulating an Order on USF and intercarrier compensation reform for consideration at the FCC’s October Public Meeting. The release can be found here… Continue reading “Rural Telecom Associations Reaffirm Commitment to Working with the FCC”
Today, NECA, WTA, NTCA and OPASTCO filed joint reply comments in response to the FCC’s Public Notice on three USF and intercarrier compensation reform plans submitted by the Rural Associations, a group of larger carriers and the state members of … Continue reading “Rural Associations File Reply Comments on USF/ICC Public Notice”
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