NCC and Allies Emphasize the Immediate Need for a Seamless Transition from the Emergency Broadband Benefit to the Affordable Connectivity Program
The Federal Commissions Commission’s (“FCC”) plans for the Affordable Connectivity Program (“ACP”) incorporate learnings from the Emergency Broadband Benefit (“EBB”). The draft rules, published on January 8, 2022: establish baseline household eligibility requirements, expanding the income eligibility to 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines; adopt technology-neutral program rules for participating broadband providers; define the […]