June 2020
Federal data can help state and local leaders and businesses understand what drives broadband adoption and utilization in their communities and target the digital divide. Learn about federal data sources, current trends, and where to access local information to inform your broadband efforts. NTIA will present the findings from their 2019 Internet Use Survey, and the U.S. Census Bureau will highlight the broadband and connectivity data available in their American Community Survey.
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Federal Universal Service Support Mechanisms Quarterly Contribution Base for the Third Quarter 2020
The total projected collected interstate and international end-user revenue base to be used in determining the contribution factor for the Universal Service support mechanisms for the third quarter of 2020 is $10,219,123,520. This amount was derived using the projected collected revenue reported on the Federal Communications Commission Form 499-Q submissions. Interstate telecommunications service providers were required to complete this form reporting July to September 2020 projected collected revenue information and return it by May 1, 2020.
Federal Universal Service Support Mechanisms Fund Size Projections for Third Quarter 2020
USAC projects a consolidated budget of $60.24 million for the third quarter of 2020. Direct costs for all support mechanisms total $35.75 million. Joint and common costs (including billing, collection, and disbursement activities) total $24.49 million.
3 ways a recession might hit CenturyLink: MoffettNathanson (Fierce)
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Submitted by Robbie McBeath on Tue, 06/02/2020 - 13:08America's Public Television Stations Strongly Urges FCC to Approve Broadcast Internet Item (Multichannel News)
Submitted by Robbie McBeath on Tue, 06/02/2020 - 12:10ACA Connects to FCC: STIR/SHAKEN Extension is Warranted (Multichannel News)
Submitted by Robbie McBeath on Tue, 06/02/2020 - 12:10
Commissioner Starks Statement On Nationwide Protests and Social Change
As not only a Commissioner of the FCC, but as a Black father of two young children who deeply cares about my country and my community, I know that our policymakers must do more to include Black people and other communities of color and create a better world for future generations. We all have a part to play in the fight for equity and, as a communications policymaker, I take it very seriously. I am committed to continuing to advocate for inclusive broadband access and adoption policies and diversity in media ownership.