FCC On E-Rate Contribution & Connect America

Headlines: Data Industry

The FCC Open Commission hearing that took place Dec. 11 dealt with two pressing issues of interest to direct marketers hoping to reach the educational and rural markets. Those are E-Rate participation levels to close the conectivity gap currently suffered by schools and libraries, and broadband buildout to underserved rural communities under the Connect America Fund. See the hearing video as well as read the various statements by FCC commissioners here.