Search Results for keywords:"Wireline Competition Bureau"

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  • 2024-29485 — Connect America Fund, Alaska Connect Fund, Connect America Fund-Alaska Plan, ETC Annual Reports and Certifications, Telecommunications Carriers Eligible To Receive Universal Service Support, Universal Service Reform-Mobility Fund
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    Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 107196
    Reading Time:about 3 hours

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted new rules to support broadband services in Alaska, focusing on rural and underserved areas. The "Alaska Connect Fund" program is designed to provide ongoing funding to maintain and improve both mobile and fixed broadband services through 2034. The program distinguishes between areas with a single supported provider and those with multiple providers to avoid duplicating support. Furthermore, certain cybersecurity and supply chain risk management requirements are mandated to enhance the security of these networks.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC made a new rule to help people in Alaska get better and faster internet, especially in faraway places. They are giving money to make sure everyone, even in the smallest towns, can use the internet, like people in other parts of the country.

  • 2025-03344 — Broadband Serviceable Location Fabric
    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 11221
    Reading Time:about 66 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau has adopted the use of the Broadband Serviceable Location Fabric (Fabric) to identify broadband serviceable locations more accurately. This new approach will help verify compliance with high-cost program deployment obligations and make adjustments to location obligations for various support mechanisms. The Fabric is considered the most comprehensive and up-to-date data source available and will be used to ensure consistency and transparency in tracking how broadband funds are used. Additionally, the Bureau lays out processes for adjusting support based on actual locations found in service areas and addresses the concerns of stakeholders through an established challenge process.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC has a new method called the Broadband Serviceable Location Fabric to track where internet is needed. They will use this to make sure internet money is used properly, even though it might be a bit tricky to understand and manage.