FCC FCC Universal Service Fund Programs

Question 1

Which federal legislation established the modern Universal Service Fund (USF) framework?

Accepted Answer

Telecommunications Act of 1996

Answer

Section 254 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 codified and modernized the principles of universal service, creating the framework for today's USF programs.

Question 2

Which organization administers the Universal Service Fund programs under FCC oversight?

Accepted Answer

Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC)

Answer

USAC is a non-profit organization designated by the FCC to administer the four USF programs: High Cost, Lifeline, E-Rate, and Rural Health Care.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of the four core Universal Service Fund programs?

Accepted Answer

Broadband Expansion Initiative

Answer

The four USF programs are High Cost, Lifeline, E-Rate (Schools and Libraries), and Rural Health Care; there is no USF program called the Broadband Expansion Initiative.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of the E-Rate program?

Accepted Answer

Provide discounts on telecommunications and internet services to schools and libraries

Answer

E-Rate provides eligible schools and libraries with discounts of 20–90% on telecommunications, internet access, and internal connections.

Question 5

What is the maximum discount percentage available to eligible applicants under the E-Rate program?

Accepted Answer

90%

Answer

E-Rate discounts range from 20% to 90%, with the highest discounts going to the poorest schools and libraries in the most rural areas.

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FCC FCC Universal Service Fund Programs