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Lawmakers Press FCC on USF, E‑Rate Changes, Emergency Alerts and Rural Broadband
Summary
Members pressed the FCC on reforms and rollbacks to consumer programs — from the Universal Service Fund and E‑Rate hotspot support to multilingual emergency alerts, prison call rates and enforcement for failed broadband buildouts.
A large portion of the Energy and Commerce oversight hearing focused on consumer programs and public‑safety communications.
Lawmakers from both parties asked about the Universal Service Fund’s sustainability and how reforms will ensure funds reach intended beneficiaries. Chairman Carr and Commissioner Trustee described engagement with a bicameral working group to study long‑term USF reform; Trustee said the agency is…
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