FCC Issues Lifeline NPRM, Order on Broadband Support, Accountability
The FCC released the Further NPRM and order Monday aimed at moving Lifeline USF (see 1506180029) toward supporting broadband, improving oversight and combating abuses. The 143-page text spells out the FCC's proposals and the actions it's taking "to rebuild the…
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current framework of the Lifeline program and continue our efforts to modernize the Lifeline program so that all consumers can utilize advanced networks." The FCC is taking steps "to promote accountability and transparency for both low-income consumers and the public at-large, and modernize the program," the text said. "Our efforts in this Second Further NPRM and Report and Order are consistent with the Commission’s ongoing commitment to monitor, re-examine, reform, and modernize all components of the Fund to increase accountability and efficiency, while supporting broadband deployment and adoption across the Nation."