Lifeline and Link Up Reform and Modernization, Telecommunications Carriers Eligible for Universal Service Support, Connect America Fund
broadband · Federal Communications Commission · Published 2016-05-24 · Effective 2016-06-23 · 81 FR 33026
Document
Document number
2016-11284
Federal Register citation
81 FR 33026
CFR reference
47 CFR 54
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
broadband
Publication date
2016-05-24
Effective date
2016-06-23
FCC docket
WC Docket Nos. 11-42, 09-197, 10-90
Abstract
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (the Commission) fully modernizes the Lifeline program so it supports broadband services and obtains high value from the expenditure of Universal Service funds. This Order will increase consumer choice and encourage competition among Lifeline providers to deliver supported broadband services.