# Lifeline and Link Up Reform and Modernization, Telecommunications Carriers Eligible for Universal Service Support, Connect America Fund
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 2016-05-24 · Effective 2016-06-23 · 81 FR 33026
## Document
- **Document number:** 2016-11284
- **Category:** broadband
- **Federal Register citation:** 81 FR 33026
- **CFR reference:** 47 CFR 54
- **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.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2016/05/24/2016-11284/lifeline-and-link-up-reform-and-modernization-telecommunications-carriers-eligible-for-universal)
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