Feb 16, 2021
The FCC recently announced it will establish 988 as a new three-digit number to be used nationwide to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Read on for more details.
Apr 14, 2020
The Federal Communications Commission recently released a Public Notice regarding the $200 million COVID-19 Telehealth Program. Under this program, eligible healthcare providers can apply for funding to purchase telecommunications services,…
Dec 07, 2018
The Federal Communications Commission recently released a draft Report and Order proposing changes to universal service funding payments and obligations for both A-CAM and legacy carriers. Read on for more details.
Dec 07, 2018
The Federal Communications Commission recently released a draft Report and Order proposing changes to universal service funding payments and obligations for both A-CAM and legacy carriers. Read on for more details.
Oct 25, 2018
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently issued Order FCC 18-29 addressing concerns about the Rate-of-Return Order and its plan to provide a one-time refund to certain legacy carriers affected by implementation of the 2017-2018 budget…
Mar 01, 2018
Many telecommunications providers and equipment manufacturers must complete certification for the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Accessibility Recordkeeping and Contact Information Requirements. Read on for the compliance deadline and…
Jan 01, 2018
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently released the final list and map of eligible census blocks for the Connect America Fund Phase II Auction. Read on for the details.
Oct 01, 2017
The Number Portability Administration Center’s (NPAC) operation will be transferred from Neustar to Telcordia Technologies, Inc. d/b/a iconectiv (iconectiv) from now through part of 2018. Any organization using the NPAC must register with iconectiv.
Sep 01, 2017
Lifeline service providers will be affected by upcoming changes to Lifeline standards for filing, reimbursements, service and verification. These important changes are effective now through the first part of 2018.