FCC Web Documents citing 54.411

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  • 8306, � 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, � 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, � 4. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, � 385. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. � 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. � 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. � 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • 47 C.F.R. � 54.101(a)(2). See RCC Holdings Petition at 5. Id. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 13-14. See generally Declaratory Ruling. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). RCC Holdings Petition at 8. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). RCC Holdings Petition at 9. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 15-16. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 15-16. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). See Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12249-50, paras. 76-80. See Western Wireless Pine Ridge Order, 16 FCC Rcd at 18137, para. 10. See 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(6). According to the Joint Explanatory Statement, the purpose of the 1996 Act is ``to provide for a pro-competitive, de-regulatory national policy framework designed to accelerate rapidly the private sector deployment
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  • 11322, para. 200. See Cellular South Petition, Exhibit B. See Declaratory Ruling, 15 FCC Rcd at 15174, para. 15. See also 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). Cellular South Petition at 8, Exhibit B. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). Cellular South Petition at 9. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 13-14. See id. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). See Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12249-50, paras. 76-80. See Western Wireless Pine Ridge Order, 16 FCC Rcd at 18137, para. 10. See 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(6). See Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) Comments at 4. According to the Joint Explanatory Statement, the purpose of the 1996 Act is ``to provide for a pro-competitive, de-regulatory national
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  • FRN: 0007838568 NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Adopted: May 24, 2004 Released: May 24, 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find that Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') apparently violated section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Pend Oreille failed to advertise Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents on tribal lands within its service territory. Based upon our review of the facts and circumstances
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  • forfeiture of $20,000 against Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') for willful and repeated violations of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and the Federal Communications Commission's (``Commission'' or ``FCC'') rules and orders. For the reasons set forth below, we find that Pend Oreille willfully and repeatedly violated Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Act, and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. II. Background The facts and circumstances surrounding this case are set forth in the Notice of Apparent Liability previously issued by the Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') and need not
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  • 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and Qwest Corporation, Inc. (``Qwest''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding whether Qwest was in compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. The Enforcement Bureau and Qwest have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. After reviewing the
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  • Link-Up may not be aware of the benefits of the programs. . See 47 C.F.R. Part 54, Subpart E; ``FCC and NARUC Launch `Lifeline Across America' to Raise Awareness of Lifeline and Link-Up Programs,'' released July 26, 2005. See Wireline Competition Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, Trends in Telephone Service Report, Table 19.8 (June 21, 2005). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401, 54.411. See In the Matter of Lifeline and Link-Up, WC Docket No. 03-109, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 18 F.C.C.R. 8302 � 1 (2004). PUBLIC NOTICE Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St., S.W. Washington, D.C. 20554 News Media Information 202 / 418-0500 Internet: http://www.fcc.gov TTY: 1-888-835-5322 ' & F & F & F & F J K
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  • 2005 Released: November 22, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel, Inc. (``CenturyTel''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding CenturyTel's compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. The Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. After reviewing the
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  • In the Matter of Verizon Communications Inc. ) ) ) File No. EB-03-TC-125 MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER Adopted: March 1, 2005 Released: March 2, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Order, we admonish Verizon Communications Inc. (``Verizon'') for violating Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline or Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Verizon failed adequately to publicize Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents of 11 tribes in its service area for a period of approximately three years. While, as discussed below, we
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  • up to a maximum of $1.75. 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). Finally, Tier 4 support provides eligible residents of Tribal lands, as defined in section 54.400(e) of the Commission's rules, enhanced Lifeline support. 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(4). The Link-Up program assists qualifying low-income consumers in initiating telephone service by paying a portion of the service connection charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. See Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12220, para. 20. In the Twelfth Report and Order, the Commission noted that only 76.7 percent of rural households earning less than $5,000 have a telephone, and only 47 percent of Indian tribal households on reservations and other tribal lands have a telephone, in comparison to 94 percent of all households
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  • consumers eligible for or applying to the programs impact how outreach should be done? or (202) 418-7944. See ``FCC and NARUC Launch `Lifeline Across America' to Raise Awareness of Lifeline and Link-Up Programs,'' Press Release, July 26, 2005. See Wireline Competition Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, Trends in Telephone Service Report, Table 19.8 (June 21, 2005). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. See Lifeline and Link-Up, WC Docket No. 03-109, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 18 FCC Rcd 8302, para. 1 (2004). PUBLIC NOTICE Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St., S.W. Washington, D.C. 20554 News Media Information 202 / 418-0500 Internet: http://www.fcc.gov TTY: 1-888-835-5322 y z � � { | h � ��PNG r v ��"r�9 I'6� �d�Y�͆aX
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  • sections 1, 4(i), 201, and 205 of the Act. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report and Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 8952-53, para. 329 (1997) (1997 Universal Service Order); 47 U.S.C. �� 151, 154(i), 201, 205. See Lifeline and Link-Up Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8308, para. 10. Currently, sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules require all eligible telecommunications carriers (ETCs) to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). 47 C.F.R. �� 1.1200 et seq. See 47 C.F.R. � 1.1206(b)(2). 47 C.F.R. � 1.1206(b). PUBLIC NOTICE Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St.,
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  • Payment of Regulatory Fees When Claiming Non-Profit Status 01/31/09 3060-0813 Commission's Rules to Ensure Compatibility with Enhanced 911 Calling Systems 02/28/09 3060-0814 Sec. 54.301 03/31/08 3060-0816 FCC 477 05/31/08 3060-0817 Computer III Further Remand Proceedings: BOC Provision of Enhanced Services (ONA Requirements), CC Docket No. 95-20 09/30/09 3060-0819 Secs. 54.400, 54.401, 54.402, 54.403, 54.404, 54.405, 54.406, 54.407, 54.408, 54.409. 54.410, 54.411, 54.412, 54.413, 54.414, 54.415, 54.416 and 54.417, and FCC 497 05/31/08 3060-0823 Pay Telephone Reclassification, Memorandum Opinion and Order, CC Docket No. 96-128 05/31/08 3060-0824 FCC 498 09/30/09 3060-0833 Implementation of Section 255 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996: Complaint Filings/Designation of Agents 03/31/08 3060-0835 FCC 806, FCC 824, FCC 827 and FCC 829 04/30/09 3060-0837 FCC 302-DTV 04/30/08 3060-0841
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  • Program of the Universal Service support mechanism, these rules ensure that quality telecommunications services are available to low-income consumers at reasonable and affordable rates. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 254(b). Section Numbers and Titles: 54.400 Terms and definitions. 54.401 Lifeline defined. 54.403 Lifeline support amount. 54.405 Carrier obligation to offer Lifeline. 54.407 Reimbursement for offering Lifeline. 54.409 Consumer qualification for Lifeline. 54.411 Link Up program defined. 54.413 Reimbursement for revenue forgone in offering a Link Up program. 54.415 Consumer qualification for Link Up. 54.417 Recordkeeping requirements. SUBPART F-UNIVERSAL SERVICE SUPPORT FOR SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES Brief Description: These rules specify the requirements for participation in the Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service support mechanism. The rules describe requirements regarding eligible entities,
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  • of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence, though this amount adjusts, in part, to reflect the carrier's tariffed federal subscriber line charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. Link Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of obtaining telephone service. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support, which provides a discount equal to the eligible telecommunications carrier's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All fifty states have approved
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  • TracFone Petition for Waiver of Section 54.418, MB Docket Nos. 09-17, 07-148, 07-91, 08-225; WT Docket Nos. 06-150, 06-169; PS Docket No. 06-229; WT Docket No. 98-86 (filed Feb. 24, 2009) (Petition); 47 C.F.R. � 54.418. 47 C.F.R. � 54.418. The Lifeline and Link-Up programs provide support to low-income consumers through the federal universal service fund. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. The Lifeline program provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $10.00 off the monthly cost of telephone service. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). The Link-Up program provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off the initial costs of installing telephone service. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). TracFone is only eligible to receive Lifeline support through the federal universal service
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  • Dakota Commission Comments at 2. Standing Rock ETC Petition at 11-14; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.101. Standing Rock ETC Petition at 15 and Exh. III; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 15-16; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(2). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 16; see 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 19; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(1)(i). Standing Rock ETC Petition Exhs. VIII, XI (confidential); see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(1)(ii). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 22-23; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(2). ); see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(3). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 13, 23; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(4). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 23; see
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  • for the low-income program of the universal service support mechanism, these rules ensure that low-income consumers, including eligible residents of Tribal lands, have access to quality services at just, reasonable, and affordable rates. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 201, 205 and 254(b) Section Numbers and Titles: 54.400(e) Terms and definitions. 54.403(a)(4) Lifeline support amount. 54.409(c) Consumer qualification for Lifeline. 54.411(d) Link-Up program defined. SUBPART J-INTERSTATE ACCESS UNIVERSAL SERVICE SUPPORT MECHANISM Brief Description: These rules provide requirements for the calculation and distribution of support to price-cap carriers as implicit universal service subsidies are removed from their interstate-access rates. Need: In implementing the statutory requirements, these rules ensure that the universal service interstate-access support mechanism is specific, predictable and sufficient as it
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  • means an actual physical connection of facilities and does not) Tj 1 0 0 1 72.95 107.049 Tm 101 Tz (include 'activation," and that therefore "Link Up support should only be provided for 'connections' tied to carrier) Tj 1 0 0 1 72.95 96.25 Tm 97 Tz (facilities.") Tj 1 0 0 1 119 95.549 Tm 100 Tz (Citing section 54.411\(a\) of our rules, PUCO observed that "[i]f. . . the rule [governing Link Up] was) Tj 1 0 0 1 305 83.099 Tm 92 Tz (6) Tj ET endstream endobj 70 0 obj 6473 endobj 65 0 obj << /Dest [ 60 0 R /XYZ 0 792 null ] /Next 73 0 R /Parent 4 0 R /Prev 57 0
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  • 12 & Exh. A; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1). Oglala Sioux Tribe Comments at 3. See AT&T Mobility Petition at 2. AT&T Mobility Petition at 12-13; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(2). Oglala Sioux Tribe Reply Comments at 3-4. See infra para. 24. AT&T Mobility Petition at 13; see 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). AT&T Mobility Petition at 13; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(1)(i). AT&T Mobility Petition at 14; see supra para. 8 (AT&T commits to build a 3G HSPA broadband wireless network on the Reservation and transition the divestiture CDMA network subscribers living within the boundaries of the Reservation to the 3G HSPA network within 12 months of the closing of the transaction);
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  • or more.21 Services Basic service must include, at a minimum: single-party service, voice grade access to the public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 2 - 5 service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general
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  • or more.21 Services Basic service must include, at a minimum: single-party service, voice grade access to the public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 2 - 5 service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and
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  • amount, which discusses Tier 4 support) provides discounts to qualifying subscribers for Link Up service and requests reimbursement from USAC according to the following requirements and maximums: a reduction of half of the customary Carrier charge or $30, whichever is less, for commencing telecommunications service for a single telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence (47 C.F.R. � 54.411 (a)(1): Link Up program defined, which discussed the amount of the reduction) for an eligible resident of Tribal lands, an additional reduction of up to $70 to cover 100 percent of the charges between $60 and $130 for commencing telecommunications service for a single telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence (47 C.F.R. � 54.411 (a)(3) ): Link
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  • telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 2 - 5 Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the
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  • telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 2 - 5 Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence, though this amount adjusts, in part, to reflect the carrier's tariffed federal subscriber line charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. Link Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of obtaining telephone service. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support, which provides a discount equal to the eligible telecommunications carrier's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All fifty states have approved
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • of this Order, to implement the tariff and billing system changes that may be necessary for eligible telecommunications carriers to offer the enhanced Lifeline and expanded Link Up services we adopt in this Order. Accordingly, we have determined to extend until October 1, 2000 the date by which eligible telecommunications carriers must comply with the new rule sections 54.403(a)(4) and 54.411(a)(3) adopted in this Order. An eligible telecommunications carrier serving tribal lands must make available, upon request by a qualifying low-income individual living on tribal lands, the enhanced Lifeline and Link Up services adopted in this Order by no later than October 1, 2000. Although we encourage eligible telecommunications carriers to implement the necessary changes and offer the expanded Lifeline and
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  • demarcation point, as well as the difficulty in isolating the costs of such portion. We note that we make this finding regarding wireless handsets solely for purposes of determining what charges are eligible for Link-Up discounts. We further note that non-wireline carriers remain eligible to receive Link-Up support for the ``customary charge for commencing telecommunications service,'' as defined in section 54.411 of the Commission's rules, including wireless activation fees. Where wireless telecommunications service is provided to an eligible resident of tribal lands, such charges may also continue to include ``facilities-based'' charges associated with the construction of facilities needed to initiate service, as provided in section 54.411(a)(3). Florida Commission Petition. We deny the Florida Commission's requests for reconsideration. We disagree with the
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  • Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report and Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 8952-53, para. 329 (1997) (1997 Universal Service Order); 47 U.S.C. �� 151, 154(i), 201, 205. See 47 U.S.C. � 254(b)(3). See 47 U.S.C. � 254(b)(6). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, para. 341. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Order, 15 FCC Rcd 25257 (2000) (Referral Order). Referral Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 25257. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service Seeks Comment on Review of Lifeline and Link-Up Service for All Low-Income Consumers, CC-Docket 96-45, Public Notice, 16 FCC Rcd 18407
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  • completion of outgoing toll calls from their telecommunications channel. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(b). ``Toll control'' is a service provided by carriers that allows consumers to specify a certain amount of toll usage that may be incurred on their telecommunications channel per month or per billing cycle. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(c). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). Id. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). Lifeline is a program that provides discounts to consumers on their monthly telephone bills. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401-54.409. Link Up helps consumers with telephone installation costs. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411-54.415. In its Twelfth Report and Order, the Commission created a fourth tier ($25.00 per month) of federal Lifeline support and established additional Link-Up support ($70.00 per consumer) which
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  • 4(i), 201, and 205 of the Act. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report and Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 8952-53, para. 329 (1997) (1997 Universal Service Order); 47 U.S.C. �� 151, 154(i), 201, 205. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, para. 341. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All
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  • completion of outgoing toll calls from their telecommunications channel. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(b). ``Toll control'' is a service provided by carriers that allows consumers to specify a certain amount of toll usage that may be incurred on their telecommunications channel per month or per billing cycle. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(c). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). Id. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). Lifeline is a program that provides discounts to consumers on their monthly telephone bills. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401-54.409. Link Up helps consumers with telephone installation costs. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411-54.415. In its Twelfth Report and Order, the Commission created a fourth tier ($25.00 per month) of federal Lifeline support and established additional Link-Up support ($70.00 per consumer) which
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  • Guidelines. Id. at 8321, � 31. The Commission also adopted a verification requirement for all states, including federal default states. Id. at 8322, � 33. ETCs must, for federal default states, verify annually the eligibility of a statistically valid sample of their Lifeline subscribers. Id. at 8323, � 35. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(4). 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). We have already sought comment on increasing participation in the Lifeline/Link-Up programs. See Lifeline/Link-Up Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8331-33, �� 56-58. We encourage parties to refresh the record in this proceeding. The high cost and low income programs generally do not have the number and type of forms used in the schools and
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  • para. 19 (1999) (Fourteenth Order on Reconsideration) (finding that although only ETCs may receive universal service support, a non-ETC that provides supported services to eligible rural health care providers may offset the value of the discount provided against its universal service contribution obligation and, to the extent such discount exceeds its contribution obligation, receive a refund). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if
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  • resolution in support of the Campbell Letter. Lifeline provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $10.00 off of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). Link-Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of installing telephone service. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). Recognizing the unique needs and characteristics of tribal communities, enhanced Lifeline and Link-Up provides qualifying low-income individuals living on tribal lands with up to $25.00 in additional discounts off the monthly cost of telephone service and up to $70.00 more off the initial costs of installing telephone service. We estimate that this will have approximately a $39 million impact on
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  • Dakota Public Utilities Commission, Declaratory Ruling, CC Docket No. 96-45, 15 FCC Rcd 15168, 15172-75, paras. 10-18 (2000), recon. pending (Section 214(e) Declaratory Ruling). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). An entity that offers the supported services exclusively through resale shall not be designated as an ETC. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.101(a)(5). See 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). Lifeline is a program that provides discounts to consumers on their monthly telephone bills. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401-54.409. Link Up helps consumers with telephone installation costs. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411-54.415. See Recommended Decision, 19 FCC Rcd at 4259, para. 5. . . As recommended by the Joint Board, the Commission adopted competitive neutrality as an additional principle for
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  • is a universal service support mechanism designed to ensure that quality telecommunications services are available to low-income consumers at just, reasonable, and affordable rates. See 47 U.S.C. � 254(b)(1). Generally, enhanced Lifeline and Link-Up support provides qualifying low-income consumers living on Tribal lands additional discounts off the monthly cost of telephone service and telephone installation. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). See Letter from David LaFuria, Smith Bagley, Inc., to Marlene H. Dortch, Federal Communications Commission, dated November 15, 2004 (Waiver Petition). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(e). In its original petition for waiver, filed March 19, 2004, SBI asked the Commission to waive its rules concerning ``near reservation lands'' so that residents of the Eastern Navajo Agency would be eligible
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  • 8306, � 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, � 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, � 4. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, � 385. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. � 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. � 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. � 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • Maine which we exclude are Fryeburg and North Fryeburg. 47 C.F.R. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1); 47 C.F.R. � 54.101(a) (listing the services supported by the federal universal service mechanisms); see generally Petitions. 47 C.F.R. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1); see generally Petitions. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(2); see generally Petitions. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405, 54.411. See supra para. 5. ETC Designation Order, 20 FCC Rcd at 6380, para. 20; 47 C.F.R. �� 54.202(a), 54.209; see generally Petitions. For example, Petitioners have committed to comply with the Consumer Code for Wireless Service of the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA). See generally Petitions. See generally Petitions. As noted in the PSC Alabama Order, the mobility of telecommunications
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  • of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence, though this amount adjusts, in part, to reflect the carrier's tariffed federal subscriber line charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. Link Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of installing telephone service. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All fifty states have approved this reduction.)
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  • in their principal residence, while Link-Up provides low-income consumers with discounts off of the initial costs of installing telephone service. See Lifeline and Link-Up, WC Docket No. 03-109, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 19 FCC Rcd 8302, 8306, para. 4 (2004); 47 C.F.R. Part 54, Subpart E (Universal Service Support for Low-Income Consumers). Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's Rules require all ETCs to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for those services. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). Letter at 4. Comments of New York State Consumer Protection Board at 2. See infra section III.G. Comments of Verizon at 7. See also Comments
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  • Areas, Including Tribal and Insular Areas, CC Docket No. 96-45, Twelfth Report and Order, Memorandum Opinion and Order, and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 15 FCC Rcd 12208, 12255, para. 93 (2000) (Twelfth Report and Order). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(6). Id. Id. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1); see also 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support, which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); see Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket
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  • off the monthly cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(3). 547 U.S.C. �254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); seeFederal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); see Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service,
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  • off the monthly cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(3). 547 U.S.C. �254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); seeFederal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No.
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In Tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In Tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.407(b)-(c). ETCs designated for the limited purpose of participating in the Lifeline program, in contrast, may only receive Lifeline support. See Petition of TracFone Wireless, Inc. for Forbearance from 47
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  • off the monthly cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.401(a)(2). In Tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(1). In Tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(3). 547 U.S.C. �254(e). 6See47 C.F.R. �54.407(b)�(c). ETCs designated for the limited purpose of participating in the Lifeline program, in contrast, may only receive Lifeline support. 7SeePetition of TracFone Wireless, Inc. for Forbearance from 47 U.S.C. �214(e)(1)(A) and 47 C.F.R.
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  • VtPSB Vermont Department of Public Service VtDPS Maine Public Utilities Commission MPUC (collectively Vermont/Maine) APPENDIX B Proposed Rules PART 54 - UNIVERSAL SERVICE 1. The authority citation for Part 54 continues to read as follows: AUTHORITY: 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 201, 205, 214, and 254 unless otherwise noted. Subpart E - Universal Service Support for Low-Income Consumers 2. Amend Section 54.411 by revising the first sentence of paragraph (a)(3) and the second sentence of paragraph (b), and adding paragraph (e) to read as follows: (3) For an eligible resident of Tribal lands or Puerto Rico, a reduction of up to $70, in addition to the reduction in paragraph (a)(1) of this section, to cover 100 percent of the charges between $60
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  • pursuant to their obligations under section 214(e)(1).'' Recognizing the critical importance of effectively publicizing the Lifeline and Link Up programs to low-income consumers and the resulting effect on the telephone penetration rate, the Commission took several opportunities over the years to highlight the importance of outreach. For example, in the June 2000 Tribal Order, the Commission amended sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the rules to require that ETCs publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link Up ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service.'' The Commission chose not to prescribe specific, uniform methods for ETCs to follow in publicizing their low-income programs; rather, the Commission gave carriers the discretion to determine how best to reach
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  • pursuant to their obligations under section 214(e)(1).'' Recognizing the critical importance of effectively publicizing the Lifeline and Link Up programs to low-income consumers and the resulting effect on the telephone penetration rate, the Commission took several opportunities over the years to highlight the importance of outreach. For example, in the June 2000 Tribal Order, the Commission amended sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the rules to require that ETCs publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link Up ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service.'' The Commission chose not to prescribe specific, uniform methods for ETCs to follow in publicizing their low-income programs; rather, the Commission gave carriers the discretion to determine how best to reach
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  • pursuant to their obligations under section 214(e)(1).'' Recognizing the critical importance of effectively publicizing the Lifeline and Link Up programs to low-income consumers and the resulting effect on the telephone penetration rate, the Commission took several opportunities over the years to highlight the importance of outreach. For example, in the June 2000 Tribal Order, the Commission amended sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the rules to require that ETCs publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link Up ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service.'' The Commission chose not to prescribe specific, uniform methods for ETCs to follow in publicizing their low-income programs; rather, the Commission gave carriers the discretion to determine how best to reach
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In Tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In Tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.407(b)-(c). ETCs designated for the limited purpose of participating in the Lifeline program, in contrast, may only receive Lifeline universal service support. See Petition of TracFone Wireless, Inc. for Forbearance
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  • low-income program is approximately 36% of eligible households. This figure includes low-income households both on and off Tribal lands. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, Recommended Decision, FCC 10J-3 at 22 � 59. More information about the Enhanced Lifeline and Enhanced Link Up programs is available on the Commission's website at: http://www.fcc.gov/indians/. 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. The Link Up program also allows eligible low-income consumers to pay the remaining amount they owe on a deferred schedule, interest free, and with some limitations imposed. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). Bureau of the Census, Housing of American Indians on Reservations - Equipment and Fuels, Statistical Brief, SB/95-11 (1995). Telephone Subscribership Report. Extending Wireless Telecommunications Services to Tribal lands,
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  • Arizona, CC Docket No. 96-45, Order, 22 FCC Rcd 1866 (2007). National Broadband Plan at 146, Recommendation 8.5. Id. Eligible low-income consumers are also eligible for Toll Limitation Service support, which reimburses ETCs for providing toll blocking and toll control at no cost to the customer. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(3). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(4). Tier One is available to all eligible Lifeline subscribers and is equal to the incumbent ETC's subscriber line charge (currently capped at $6.50 per month). Id. at � 54.403(a)(1). Tier Two is an additional $1.75 per month, available if the ETC agrees to pass through the full amount of the discount to the consumer. Id.
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  • on the carrier's lowest tariffed or otherwise generally available residential rate plan. However, each eligible household's Lifeline discount would be capped at the amount the subscriber would have received if it had selected a basic voice plan. Additionally, we seek comment on requiring all ETCs to permit eligible households to apply the Link Up discount amounts set forth in section 54.411(a) of the Commission's rules to any service plan with a voice component. As with the Lifeline program, each eligible household's Link Up discount could be capped at the amount the household would have received pursuant to the Commission's rules if it had selected a basic voice plan. We seek comment on whether amending our rules in this way would further
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  • effective thirty (30) days after publication of the text or summary thereof in the Federal Register, except for those rules and requirements that involve Paperwork Reduction Act burdens, which shall become effective immediately upon announcement in the Federal Register of OMB approval and of effective dates of such rules, and except for the amendments contained herein to 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411, 54.412, 54.413 and 54.414 which shall become effective April 1, 2012; and 47 C.F.R. �� 54.409 which shall become effective June 1, 2012. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that, pursuant to the authority contained in sections 1, 2, 4(i), 10, 201-206, 214, 218-220, 251, 252, 254, 256, 303(r), 332, and 403 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, and section
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  • and the SLC "has an impact on universal service concerns such as affordability"). We note that the Joint Board found that "a single residential connection will permit a household complete 24 access to telecommunications and information services," including "access to emergency services." Universal Service Recommended Decision, 12 FCC Rcd at 132. 47 C.F.R. � 69.104(k)(2)(i). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1) (limiting Link Up support to "a single 25 telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence"). For the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau defined a "household" as: 26 5 this definition would be favorable because, given that only price cap ILECs will assess different SLCs and PICCs on multi-line businesses, maintaining this definition would allow incumbent LECs to
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  • ACC Docket No. T-2115-97-640 (Unserved Areas), Jun. 19, 1998 at attachment B. This document was placed on the record in CC Docket No. 96-45 and is available through the Commission's Electronic Comment Filing System: https://gullfoss.fcc.gov/cgi-bin/ws.exe/prod/ecfs/comsrch.hts. 217LinkUp support is currently limited to a 50-percent discount on initial connection charges, up to a maximum of a $30 discount. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. Federal Communications Commission FCC 99-204 51 and any other alternatives that might be more effective ways of addressing this problem. For example, we seek comment on whether the provision of telecommunication service to remote areas using terrestrial wireless or satellite technologies might allow service at lower cost compared to the cost of line extension or construction of wireline facilities. Commenters
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  • ) Forfeiture NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Adopted: May 24, 2004 Released: May 24, 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find that Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') apparently violated section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''),1 and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services.2 Specifically, Pend Oreille failed to advertise Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents on tribal lands within its service territory. Based upon our review of the facts and circumstances
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  • forfeiture of $20,000 against Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') for willful and repeated violations of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and the Federal Communications Commission's (``Commission'' or ``FCC'') rules and orders. For the reasons set forth below, we find that Pend Oreille willfully and repeatedly violated Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Act,1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. II. BACKGROUND 2. The facts and circumstances surrounding this case are set forth in the Notice of Apparent Liability previously issued by the Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') and need
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  • By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and Qwest Corporation, Inc. (``Qwest''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding whether Qwest was in compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and Qwest have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • Released: November 22, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel, Inc. (``CenturyTel''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding CenturyTel's compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • In the Matter of ) ) Verizon Communications Inc. ) File No. EB-03-TC-125 MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER Adopted: March 1, 2005 Released: March 2, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Order, we admonish Verizon Communications Inc. (``Verizon'') for violating Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''),1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline or Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Verizon failed adequately to publicize Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents of 11 tribes in its service area for a period of approximately three years. While, as discussed below, we
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  • 8306, P: 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, P: 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, P: 4. 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, P: 385. See 47 C.F.R. S: 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. S: 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. S: 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. S: 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • and the SLC "has an impact on universal service concerns such as affordability"). We note that the Joint Board found that "a single residential connection will permit a household complete 24 access to telecommunications and information services," including "access to emergency services." Universal Service Recommended Decision, 12 FCC Rcd at 132. 47 C.F.R. � 69.104(k)(2)(i). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1) (limiting Link Up support to "a single 25 telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence"). For the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau defined a "household" as: 26 5 this definition would be favorable because, given that only price cap ILECs will assess different SLCs and PICCs on multi-line businesses, maintaining this definition would allow incumbent LECs to
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  • and the SLC "has an impact on universal service concerns such as affordability"). We note that the Joint Board found that "a single residential connection will permit a household complete 24 access to telecommunications and information services," including "access to emergency services." Universal Service Recommended Decision, 12 FCC Rcd at 132. 47 C.F.R. � 69.104(k)(2)(i). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1) (limiting Link Up support to "a single 25 telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence"). For the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau defined a "household" as: 26 5 this definition would be favorable because, given that only price cap ILECs will assess different SLCs and PICCs on multi-line businesses, maintaining this definition would allow incumbent LECs to
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  • services and the charges therefor using media of general distribution. Thirteenth Order on Reconsideration at para. 92. . Second Recommended Decision, 13 FCC Rcd at 24764-24765. Second Recommended Decision. 13 FCC Rcd at 24765. . LinkUp support is currently limited to a 50-percent discount on initial connection charges, up to a maximum of a $30 discount. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. See Overcoming Obstacles Proceeding: Arizona Hearing, Testimony of Gov. Raymond Gachupin, Jemez Pueblo, p. 34; Testimony of Gov. Eagle Rael, Picuris Pueblo, p. 60; and Testimony of Anthony Lucio, Zuni Pueblo, at p. 63. See also Overcoming Obstacles Proceeding: Albuquerque Hearing, Testimony of Nora Helton, Fort Mojave Tribe, p. 43. See Overcoming Obstacles Proceeding: Albuquerque Hearing, Testimony of Gov. Eagle
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  • ``Net Return - The total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390, 1490, and 1590. For those carriers reporting at the Class B account level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390, and 1595.'' Row 1950 - The definition of this row is revised to read ``Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411.'' Row 1960 - The definition of this row is revised to read ``Universal Service Fund - Universal service fund (high loop cost) support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 - 641.'' Row 1980 - The definition of this row is revised to read ``Common Line Support - Transitional -
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  • of this Order, to implement the tariff and billing system changes that may be necessary for eligible telecommunications carriers to offer the enhanced Lifeline and expanded Link Up services we adopt in this Order. Accordingly, we have determined to extend until October 1, 2000 the date by which eligible telecommunications carriers must comply with the new rule sections 54.403(a)(4) and 54.411(a)(3) adopted in this Order. An eligible telecommunications carrier serving tribal lands must make available, upon request by a qualifying low-income individual living on tribal lands, the enhanced Lifeline and Link Up services adopted in this Order by no later than October 1, 2000. Although we encourage eligible telecommunications carriers to implement the necessary changes and offer the expanded Lifeline and
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  • federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and international telecommunications, including payphone aggregators, and private network operators that offer service to others for a fee on a non-common-carrier basis. These carriers and service providers may pass on contribution expenses to their customers. 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 20 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 The FCC monitors subscriber participation and telephone usage to determine program benefits and costs.21 Historical
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  • public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services.20 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 2 - 5 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 21 Support Mechanism The federal portion of
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  • payments between January 1998 and December 1999. Projected program payments for 2000 as reported in State-By-State Telephone and Universal Service are included in the table. Total carrier payments data include local rate reductions for the Presubscribed Interexchange Carrier Charges (PICCs), and the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services (TLS) in each state or jurisdiction. 17 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). 18 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 9218 at para. 869; See Common Carrier Bureau Seeks Comment on Program to Monitor Impacts of Universal Service Support Mechanisms, Public Notice, CC Docket No. 96-45, DA 98-580, IAD File No. 98- 101 (rel. Apr. 24, 1998). 19 Access Charge Reform, Price Cap Performance Review for Local Exchange Carriers, Low-Volume Long
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  • charges paid by federal support.17 In addition, eligible residents of tribal lands can receive support to fully cover any charges between $60 and $130, representing up to a maximum of $100 in discounts on initial connection charges of $130 or more.18 13 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(1). 14 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(2). 15 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 2 - 4 Services Basic service must include, at a minimum: single-party service, voice grade access to the public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation.
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  • by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and international telecommunications services. These carriers and service providers may pass on contribution expenses to their customers. The FCC monitors subscriber participation and telephone usage to determine program benefits and costs.19 Historical tables for subscribership and carrier payments by state can be 14 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 15 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 18 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). 19 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 9218, para. 869; see also Common Carrier 2 - 5 downloaded from the Monitoring Reports section of the FCC-State Link website, . Table 2.1 reports Lifeline monthly support by state
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  • ) Forfeiture NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Adopted: May 24, 2004 Released: May 24, 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find that Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') apparently violated section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''),1 and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services.2 Specifically, Pend Oreille failed to advertise Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents on tribal lands within its service territory. Based upon our review of the facts and circumstances
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  • forfeiture of $20,000 against Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') for willful and repeated violations of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and the Federal Communications Commission's (``Commission'' or ``FCC'') rules and orders. For the reasons set forth below, we find that Pend Oreille willfully and repeatedly violated Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Act,1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. II. BACKGROUND 2. The facts and circumstances surrounding this case are set forth in the Notice of Apparent Liability previously issued by the Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') and need
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  • By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and Qwest Corporation, Inc. (``Qwest''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding whether Qwest was in compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and Qwest have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • Released: November 22, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel, Inc. (``CenturyTel''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding CenturyTel's compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • In the Matter of ) ) Verizon Communications Inc. ) File No. EB-03-TC-125 MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER Adopted: March 1, 2005 Released: March 2, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Order, we admonish Verizon Communications Inc. (``Verizon'') for violating Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''),1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline or Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Verizon failed adequately to publicize Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents of 11 tribes in its service area for a period of approximately three years. While, as discussed below, we
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  • 8306, P: 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, P: 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, P: 4. 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, P: 385. See 47 C.F.R. S: 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. S: 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. S: 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. S: 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • Part 36 of the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Rep. Def. � InstructionsDecember 1999 Page 26 of 32 Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund - Universal service fund (high loop cost) support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 - 641. 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long term support submitted to NECA pursuant to Section 69.112 (a). This item is a negative amount. 1980.Common Line Support-Transitional
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  • Part 36 of the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Rep. Def. � InstructionsDecember 1999 Page 26 of 32 Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund - Universal service fund (high loop cost) support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 - 641. 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long term support submitted to NECA pursuant to Section 69.112 (a). This item is a negative amount. 1980.Common Line Support-Transitional
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  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
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  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
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  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (q), (r), (s) and (t). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2000PDFs/4301P00.PDF
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (q), (r), (s) and (t). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2000PDFs/4304C00.PDF
  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2000PDFs/4304P00.PDF
  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2001PDFs/4301C01.PDF
  • B account level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2001PDFs/4301P01.PDF
  • B account level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2002PDFs/4301c02.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2002PDFs/4301p02.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2003PDFs/4301c03.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2003PDFs/4301p03.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2004PDFs/4301c04.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2004PDFs/4301p04.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2005PDFs/4301c05.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2005 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2005PDFs/4301p05.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2005 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2006PDFs/4301c06.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2006 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2006PDFs/4301p06.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2006 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2007PDFs/4301c07.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2007 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I -
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  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2007 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2009PDFs/4301c09.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2009PDFs/4301p09.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2010PDFs/4301c10.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2010PDFs/4301p10.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
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  • - The total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less Rows 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). [1] This method for separation of customer deposits between state and interstate will be used as an interim measure until
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/instructions/2011/definitions01.htm
  • - The total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less Rows 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). [1] This method for separation of customer deposits between state and interstate will be used as an interim measure until
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  • 8306, � 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, � 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, � 4. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, � 385. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. � 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. � 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. � 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • 47 C.F.R. � 54.101(a)(2). See RCC Holdings Petition at 5. Id. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 13-14. See generally Declaratory Ruling. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). RCC Holdings Petition at 8. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). RCC Holdings Petition at 9. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 15-16. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 15-16. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). See Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12249-50, paras. 76-80. See Western Wireless Pine Ridge Order, 16 FCC Rcd at 18137, para. 10. See 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(6). According to the Joint Explanatory Statement, the purpose of the 1996 Act is ``to provide for a pro-competitive, de-regulatory national policy framework designed to accelerate rapidly the private sector deployment
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  • 11322, para. 200. See Cellular South Petition, Exhibit B. See Declaratory Ruling, 15 FCC Rcd at 15174, para. 15. See also 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). Cellular South Petition at 8, Exhibit B. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). Cellular South Petition at 9. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 13-14. See id. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). See Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12249-50, paras. 76-80. See Western Wireless Pine Ridge Order, 16 FCC Rcd at 18137, para. 10. See 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(6). See Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) Comments at 4. According to the Joint Explanatory Statement, the purpose of the 1996 Act is ``to provide for a pro-competitive, de-regulatory national
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  • FRN: 0007838568 NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Adopted: May 24, 2004 Released: May 24, 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find that Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') apparently violated section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Pend Oreille failed to advertise Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents on tribal lands within its service territory. Based upon our review of the facts and circumstances
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  • forfeiture of $20,000 against Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') for willful and repeated violations of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and the Federal Communications Commission's (``Commission'' or ``FCC'') rules and orders. For the reasons set forth below, we find that Pend Oreille willfully and repeatedly violated Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Act, and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. II. Background The facts and circumstances surrounding this case are set forth in the Notice of Apparent Liability previously issued by the Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') and need not
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  • 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and Qwest Corporation, Inc. (``Qwest''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding whether Qwest was in compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. The Enforcement Bureau and Qwest have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. After reviewing the
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  • Link-Up may not be aware of the benefits of the programs. . See 47 C.F.R. Part 54, Subpart E; ``FCC and NARUC Launch `Lifeline Across America' to Raise Awareness of Lifeline and Link-Up Programs,'' released July 26, 2005. See Wireline Competition Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, Trends in Telephone Service Report, Table 19.8 (June 21, 2005). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401, 54.411. See In the Matter of Lifeline and Link-Up, WC Docket No. 03-109, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 18 F.C.C.R. 8302 � 1 (2004). PUBLIC NOTICE Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St., S.W. Washington, D.C. 20554 News Media Information 202 / 418-0500 Internet: http://www.fcc.gov TTY: 1-888-835-5322 ' & F & F & F & F J K
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  • 2005 Released: November 22, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel, Inc. (``CenturyTel''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding CenturyTel's compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. The Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. After reviewing the
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  • In the Matter of Verizon Communications Inc. ) ) ) File No. EB-03-TC-125 MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER Adopted: March 1, 2005 Released: March 2, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Order, we admonish Verizon Communications Inc. (``Verizon'') for violating Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline or Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Verizon failed adequately to publicize Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents of 11 tribes in its service area for a period of approximately three years. While, as discussed below, we
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  • up to a maximum of $1.75. 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). Finally, Tier 4 support provides eligible residents of Tribal lands, as defined in section 54.400(e) of the Commission's rules, enhanced Lifeline support. 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(4). The Link-Up program assists qualifying low-income consumers in initiating telephone service by paying a portion of the service connection charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. See Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12220, para. 20. In the Twelfth Report and Order, the Commission noted that only 76.7 percent of rural households earning less than $5,000 have a telephone, and only 47 percent of Indian tribal households on reservations and other tribal lands have a telephone, in comparison to 94 percent of all households
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  • consumers eligible for or applying to the programs impact how outreach should be done? or (202) 418-7944. See ``FCC and NARUC Launch `Lifeline Across America' to Raise Awareness of Lifeline and Link-Up Programs,'' Press Release, July 26, 2005. See Wireline Competition Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, Trends in Telephone Service Report, Table 19.8 (June 21, 2005). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. See Lifeline and Link-Up, WC Docket No. 03-109, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 18 FCC Rcd 8302, para. 1 (2004). PUBLIC NOTICE Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St., S.W. Washington, D.C. 20554 News Media Information 202 / 418-0500 Internet: http://www.fcc.gov TTY: 1-888-835-5322 y z � � { | h � ��PNG r v ��"r�9 I'6� �d�Y�͆aX
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  • sections 1, 4(i), 201, and 205 of the Act. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report and Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 8952-53, para. 329 (1997) (1997 Universal Service Order); 47 U.S.C. �� 151, 154(i), 201, 205. See Lifeline and Link-Up Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8308, para. 10. Currently, sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules require all eligible telecommunications carriers (ETCs) to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). 47 C.F.R. �� 1.1200 et seq. See 47 C.F.R. � 1.1206(b)(2). 47 C.F.R. � 1.1206(b). PUBLIC NOTICE Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St.,
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  • Payment of Regulatory Fees When Claiming Non-Profit Status 01/31/09 3060-0813 Commission's Rules to Ensure Compatibility with Enhanced 911 Calling Systems 02/28/09 3060-0814 Sec. 54.301 03/31/08 3060-0816 FCC 477 05/31/08 3060-0817 Computer III Further Remand Proceedings: BOC Provision of Enhanced Services (ONA Requirements), CC Docket No. 95-20 09/30/09 3060-0819 Secs. 54.400, 54.401, 54.402, 54.403, 54.404, 54.405, 54.406, 54.407, 54.408, 54.409. 54.410, 54.411, 54.412, 54.413, 54.414, 54.415, 54.416 and 54.417, and FCC 497 05/31/08 3060-0823 Pay Telephone Reclassification, Memorandum Opinion and Order, CC Docket No. 96-128 05/31/08 3060-0824 FCC 498 09/30/09 3060-0833 Implementation of Section 255 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996: Complaint Filings/Designation of Agents 03/31/08 3060-0835 FCC 806, FCC 824, FCC 827 and FCC 829 04/30/09 3060-0837 FCC 302-DTV 04/30/08 3060-0841
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  • Program of the Universal Service support mechanism, these rules ensure that quality telecommunications services are available to low-income consumers at reasonable and affordable rates. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 254(b). Section Numbers and Titles: 54.400 Terms and definitions. 54.401 Lifeline defined. 54.403 Lifeline support amount. 54.405 Carrier obligation to offer Lifeline. 54.407 Reimbursement for offering Lifeline. 54.409 Consumer qualification for Lifeline. 54.411 Link Up program defined. 54.413 Reimbursement for revenue forgone in offering a Link Up program. 54.415 Consumer qualification for Link Up. 54.417 Recordkeeping requirements. SUBPART F-UNIVERSAL SERVICE SUPPORT FOR SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES Brief Description: These rules specify the requirements for participation in the Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service support mechanism. The rules describe requirements regarding eligible entities,
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  • of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence, though this amount adjusts, in part, to reflect the carrier's tariffed federal subscriber line charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. Link Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of obtaining telephone service. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support, which provides a discount equal to the eligible telecommunications carrier's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All fifty states have approved
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  • TracFone Petition for Waiver of Section 54.418, MB Docket Nos. 09-17, 07-148, 07-91, 08-225; WT Docket Nos. 06-150, 06-169; PS Docket No. 06-229; WT Docket No. 98-86 (filed Feb. 24, 2009) (Petition); 47 C.F.R. � 54.418. 47 C.F.R. � 54.418. The Lifeline and Link-Up programs provide support to low-income consumers through the federal universal service fund. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. The Lifeline program provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $10.00 off the monthly cost of telephone service. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). The Link-Up program provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off the initial costs of installing telephone service. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). TracFone is only eligible to receive Lifeline support through the federal universal service
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  • Dakota Commission Comments at 2. Standing Rock ETC Petition at 11-14; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.101. Standing Rock ETC Petition at 15 and Exh. III; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 15-16; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(2). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 16; see 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 19; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(1)(i). Standing Rock ETC Petition Exhs. VIII, XI (confidential); see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(1)(ii). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 22-23; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(2). ); see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(3). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 13, 23; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(4). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 23; see
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  • for the low-income program of the universal service support mechanism, these rules ensure that low-income consumers, including eligible residents of Tribal lands, have access to quality services at just, reasonable, and affordable rates. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 201, 205 and 254(b) Section Numbers and Titles: 54.400(e) Terms and definitions. 54.403(a)(4) Lifeline support amount. 54.409(c) Consumer qualification for Lifeline. 54.411(d) Link-Up program defined. SUBPART J-INTERSTATE ACCESS UNIVERSAL SERVICE SUPPORT MECHANISM Brief Description: These rules provide requirements for the calculation and distribution of support to price-cap carriers as implicit universal service subsidies are removed from their interstate-access rates. Need: In implementing the statutory requirements, these rules ensure that the universal service interstate-access support mechanism is specific, predictable and sufficient as it
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  • means an actual physical connection of facilities and does not) Tj 1 0 0 1 72.95 107.049 Tm 101 Tz (include 'activation," and that therefore "Link Up support should only be provided for 'connections' tied to carrier) Tj 1 0 0 1 72.95 96.25 Tm 97 Tz (facilities.") Tj 1 0 0 1 119 95.549 Tm 100 Tz (Citing section 54.411\(a\) of our rules, PUCO observed that "[i]f. . . the rule [governing Link Up] was) Tj 1 0 0 1 305 83.099 Tm 92 Tz (6) Tj ET endstream endobj 70 0 obj 6473 endobj 65 0 obj << /Dest [ 60 0 R /XYZ 0 792 null ] /Next 73 0 R /Parent 4 0 R /Prev 57 0
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  • 12 & Exh. A; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1). Oglala Sioux Tribe Comments at 3. See AT&T Mobility Petition at 2. AT&T Mobility Petition at 12-13; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(2). Oglala Sioux Tribe Reply Comments at 3-4. See infra para. 24. AT&T Mobility Petition at 13; see 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). AT&T Mobility Petition at 13; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(1)(i). AT&T Mobility Petition at 14; see supra para. 8 (AT&T commits to build a 3G HSPA broadband wireless network on the Reservation and transition the divestiture CDMA network subscribers living within the boundaries of the Reservation to the 3G HSPA network within 12 months of the closing of the transaction);
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  • or more.21 Services Basic service must include, at a minimum: single-party service, voice grade access to the public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 2 - 5 service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general
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  • or more.21 Services Basic service must include, at a minimum: single-party service, voice grade access to the public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 2 - 5 service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and
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  • amount, which discusses Tier 4 support) provides discounts to qualifying subscribers for Link Up service and requests reimbursement from USAC according to the following requirements and maximums: a reduction of half of the customary Carrier charge or $30, whichever is less, for commencing telecommunications service for a single telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence (47 C.F.R. � 54.411 (a)(1): Link Up program defined, which discussed the amount of the reduction) for an eligible resident of Tribal lands, an additional reduction of up to $70 to cover 100 percent of the charges between $60 and $130 for commencing telecommunications service for a single telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence (47 C.F.R. � 54.411 (a)(3) ): Link
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  • telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 2 - 5 Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the
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  • telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 2 - 5 Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence, though this amount adjusts, in part, to reflect the carrier's tariffed federal subscriber line charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. Link Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of obtaining telephone service. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support, which provides a discount equal to the eligible telecommunications carrier's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All fifty states have approved
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • 30, 2009 to include consumer information about the DTV transition. 15.124 2/1/12 Lists the dates by which specific types of Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) equipment must comply with limits on radio frequency emissions conducted from a device onto the AC power lines. 18.123 2/1/12 Removed rules to reform and begin to modernize the Universal Service Fund's Lifeline program. 54.209 54.411 54.415 4/2/12 47 U.S.C. � 151. Id. A list of the regulations the Commission has eliminated is attached hereto as an Appendix. 47 U.S.C. � 161. Commission 2010 Biennial Review of Telecommunications Regulations, 26 FCC Rcd 16943 (2011). 5 U.S.C. � 610. Id. � 610(b). See, e.g., FCC Seeks Comment Regarding Possible Revision or Elimination of Rules Under the Regulatory
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  • of this Order, to implement the tariff and billing system changes that may be necessary for eligible telecommunications carriers to offer the enhanced Lifeline and expanded Link Up services we adopt in this Order. Accordingly, we have determined to extend until October 1, 2000 the date by which eligible telecommunications carriers must comply with the new rule sections 54.403(a)(4) and 54.411(a)(3) adopted in this Order. An eligible telecommunications carrier serving tribal lands must make available, upon request by a qualifying low-income individual living on tribal lands, the enhanced Lifeline and Link Up services adopted in this Order by no later than October 1, 2000. Although we encourage eligible telecommunications carriers to implement the necessary changes and offer the expanded Lifeline and
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  • demarcation point, as well as the difficulty in isolating the costs of such portion. We note that we make this finding regarding wireless handsets solely for purposes of determining what charges are eligible for Link-Up discounts. We further note that non-wireline carriers remain eligible to receive Link-Up support for the ``customary charge for commencing telecommunications service,'' as defined in section 54.411 of the Commission's rules, including wireless activation fees. Where wireless telecommunications service is provided to an eligible resident of tribal lands, such charges may also continue to include ``facilities-based'' charges associated with the construction of facilities needed to initiate service, as provided in section 54.411(a)(3). Florida Commission Petition. We deny the Florida Commission's requests for reconsideration. We disagree with the
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  • Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report and Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 8952-53, para. 329 (1997) (1997 Universal Service Order); 47 U.S.C. �� 151, 154(i), 201, 205. See 47 U.S.C. � 254(b)(3). See 47 U.S.C. � 254(b)(6). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, para. 341. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Order, 15 FCC Rcd 25257 (2000) (Referral Order). Referral Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 25257. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service Seeks Comment on Review of Lifeline and Link-Up Service for All Low-Income Consumers, CC-Docket 96-45, Public Notice, 16 FCC Rcd 18407
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  • completion of outgoing toll calls from their telecommunications channel. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(b). ``Toll control'' is a service provided by carriers that allows consumers to specify a certain amount of toll usage that may be incurred on their telecommunications channel per month or per billing cycle. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(c). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). Id. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). Lifeline is a program that provides discounts to consumers on their monthly telephone bills. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401-54.409. Link Up helps consumers with telephone installation costs. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411-54.415. In its Twelfth Report and Order, the Commission created a fourth tier ($25.00 per month) of federal Lifeline support and established additional Link-Up support ($70.00 per consumer) which
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  • 4(i), 201, and 205 of the Act. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report and Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 8952-53, para. 329 (1997) (1997 Universal Service Order); 47 U.S.C. �� 151, 154(i), 201, 205. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, para. 341. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All
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  • completion of outgoing toll calls from their telecommunications channel. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(b). ``Toll control'' is a service provided by carriers that allows consumers to specify a certain amount of toll usage that may be incurred on their telecommunications channel per month or per billing cycle. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(c). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). Id. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). Lifeline is a program that provides discounts to consumers on their monthly telephone bills. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401-54.409. Link Up helps consumers with telephone installation costs. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411-54.415. In its Twelfth Report and Order, the Commission created a fourth tier ($25.00 per month) of federal Lifeline support and established additional Link-Up support ($70.00 per consumer) which
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  • Guidelines. Id. at 8321, � 31. The Commission also adopted a verification requirement for all states, including federal default states. Id. at 8322, � 33. ETCs must, for federal default states, verify annually the eligibility of a statistically valid sample of their Lifeline subscribers. Id. at 8323, � 35. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(4). 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). We have already sought comment on increasing participation in the Lifeline/Link-Up programs. See Lifeline/Link-Up Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8331-33, �� 56-58. We encourage parties to refresh the record in this proceeding. The high cost and low income programs generally do not have the number and type of forms used in the schools and
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  • para. 19 (1999) (Fourteenth Order on Reconsideration) (finding that although only ETCs may receive universal service support, a non-ETC that provides supported services to eligible rural health care providers may offset the value of the discount provided against its universal service contribution obligation and, to the extent such discount exceeds its contribution obligation, receive a refund). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if
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  • resolution in support of the Campbell Letter. Lifeline provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $10.00 off of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). Link-Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of installing telephone service. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). Recognizing the unique needs and characteristics of tribal communities, enhanced Lifeline and Link-Up provides qualifying low-income individuals living on tribal lands with up to $25.00 in additional discounts off the monthly cost of telephone service and up to $70.00 more off the initial costs of installing telephone service. We estimate that this will have approximately a $39 million impact on
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  • Dakota Public Utilities Commission, Declaratory Ruling, CC Docket No. 96-45, 15 FCC Rcd 15168, 15172-75, paras. 10-18 (2000), recon. pending (Section 214(e) Declaratory Ruling). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). An entity that offers the supported services exclusively through resale shall not be designated as an ETC. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.101(a)(5). See 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). Lifeline is a program that provides discounts to consumers on their monthly telephone bills. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401-54.409. Link Up helps consumers with telephone installation costs. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411-54.415. See Recommended Decision, 19 FCC Rcd at 4259, para. 5. . . As recommended by the Joint Board, the Commission adopted competitive neutrality as an additional principle for
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  • is a universal service support mechanism designed to ensure that quality telecommunications services are available to low-income consumers at just, reasonable, and affordable rates. See 47 U.S.C. � 254(b)(1). Generally, enhanced Lifeline and Link-Up support provides qualifying low-income consumers living on Tribal lands additional discounts off the monthly cost of telephone service and telephone installation. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). See Letter from David LaFuria, Smith Bagley, Inc., to Marlene H. Dortch, Federal Communications Commission, dated November 15, 2004 (Waiver Petition). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(e). In its original petition for waiver, filed March 19, 2004, SBI asked the Commission to waive its rules concerning ``near reservation lands'' so that residents of the Eastern Navajo Agency would be eligible
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  • 8306, � 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, � 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, � 4. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, � 385. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. � 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. � 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. � 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • Maine which we exclude are Fryeburg and North Fryeburg. 47 C.F.R. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1); 47 C.F.R. � 54.101(a) (listing the services supported by the federal universal service mechanisms); see generally Petitions. 47 C.F.R. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1); see generally Petitions. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(2); see generally Petitions. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405, 54.411. See supra para. 5. ETC Designation Order, 20 FCC Rcd at 6380, para. 20; 47 C.F.R. �� 54.202(a), 54.209; see generally Petitions. For example, Petitioners have committed to comply with the Consumer Code for Wireless Service of the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA). See generally Petitions. See generally Petitions. As noted in the PSC Alabama Order, the mobility of telecommunications
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  • of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence, though this amount adjusts, in part, to reflect the carrier's tariffed federal subscriber line charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. Link Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of installing telephone service. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All fifty states have approved this reduction.)
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  • in their principal residence, while Link-Up provides low-income consumers with discounts off of the initial costs of installing telephone service. See Lifeline and Link-Up, WC Docket No. 03-109, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 19 FCC Rcd 8302, 8306, para. 4 (2004); 47 C.F.R. Part 54, Subpart E (Universal Service Support for Low-Income Consumers). Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's Rules require all ETCs to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for those services. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). Letter at 4. Comments of New York State Consumer Protection Board at 2. See infra section III.G. Comments of Verizon at 7. See also Comments
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  • Areas, Including Tribal and Insular Areas, CC Docket No. 96-45, Twelfth Report and Order, Memorandum Opinion and Order, and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 15 FCC Rcd 12208, 12255, para. 93 (2000) (Twelfth Report and Order). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(6). Id. Id. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1); see also 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support, which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); see Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket
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  • off the monthly cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(3). 547 U.S.C. �254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); seeFederal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); see Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service,
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  • off the monthly cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(3). 547 U.S.C. �254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); seeFederal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No.
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In Tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In Tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.407(b)-(c). ETCs designated for the limited purpose of participating in the Lifeline program, in contrast, may only receive Lifeline support. See Petition of TracFone Wireless, Inc. for Forbearance from 47
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  • off the monthly cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.401(a)(2). In Tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(1). In Tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(3). 547 U.S.C. �254(e). 6See47 C.F.R. �54.407(b)�(c). ETCs designated for the limited purpose of participating in the Lifeline program, in contrast, may only receive Lifeline support. 7SeePetition of TracFone Wireless, Inc. for Forbearance from 47 U.S.C. �214(e)(1)(A) and 47 C.F.R.
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  • VtPSB Vermont Department of Public Service VtDPS Maine Public Utilities Commission MPUC (collectively Vermont/Maine) APPENDIX B Proposed Rules PART 54 - UNIVERSAL SERVICE 1. The authority citation for Part 54 continues to read as follows: AUTHORITY: 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 201, 205, 214, and 254 unless otherwise noted. Subpart E - Universal Service Support for Low-Income Consumers 2. Amend Section 54.411 by revising the first sentence of paragraph (a)(3) and the second sentence of paragraph (b), and adding paragraph (e) to read as follows: (3) For an eligible resident of Tribal lands or Puerto Rico, a reduction of up to $70, in addition to the reduction in paragraph (a)(1) of this section, to cover 100 percent of the charges between $60
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  • pursuant to their obligations under section 214(e)(1).'' Recognizing the critical importance of effectively publicizing the Lifeline and Link Up programs to low-income consumers and the resulting effect on the telephone penetration rate, the Commission took several opportunities over the years to highlight the importance of outreach. For example, in the June 2000 Tribal Order, the Commission amended sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the rules to require that ETCs publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link Up ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service.'' The Commission chose not to prescribe specific, uniform methods for ETCs to follow in publicizing their low-income programs; rather, the Commission gave carriers the discretion to determine how best to reach
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  • pursuant to their obligations under section 214(e)(1).'' Recognizing the critical importance of effectively publicizing the Lifeline and Link Up programs to low-income consumers and the resulting effect on the telephone penetration rate, the Commission took several opportunities over the years to highlight the importance of outreach. For example, in the June 2000 Tribal Order, the Commission amended sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the rules to require that ETCs publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link Up ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service.'' The Commission chose not to prescribe specific, uniform methods for ETCs to follow in publicizing their low-income programs; rather, the Commission gave carriers the discretion to determine how best to reach
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  • pursuant to their obligations under section 214(e)(1).'' Recognizing the critical importance of effectively publicizing the Lifeline and Link Up programs to low-income consumers and the resulting effect on the telephone penetration rate, the Commission took several opportunities over the years to highlight the importance of outreach. For example, in the June 2000 Tribal Order, the Commission amended sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the rules to require that ETCs publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link Up ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service.'' The Commission chose not to prescribe specific, uniform methods for ETCs to follow in publicizing their low-income programs; rather, the Commission gave carriers the discretion to determine how best to reach
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In Tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In Tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.407(b)-(c). ETCs designated for the limited purpose of participating in the Lifeline program, in contrast, may only receive Lifeline universal service support. See Petition of TracFone Wireless, Inc. for Forbearance
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  • low-income program is approximately 36% of eligible households. This figure includes low-income households both on and off Tribal lands. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, Recommended Decision, FCC 10J-3 at 22 � 59. More information about the Enhanced Lifeline and Enhanced Link Up programs is available on the Commission's website at: http://www.fcc.gov/indians/. 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. The Link Up program also allows eligible low-income consumers to pay the remaining amount they owe on a deferred schedule, interest free, and with some limitations imposed. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). Bureau of the Census, Housing of American Indians on Reservations - Equipment and Fuels, Statistical Brief, SB/95-11 (1995). Telephone Subscribership Report. Extending Wireless Telecommunications Services to Tribal lands,
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  • Arizona, CC Docket No. 96-45, Order, 22 FCC Rcd 1866 (2007). National Broadband Plan at 146, Recommendation 8.5. Id. Eligible low-income consumers are also eligible for Toll Limitation Service support, which reimburses ETCs for providing toll blocking and toll control at no cost to the customer. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(3). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(4). Tier One is available to all eligible Lifeline subscribers and is equal to the incumbent ETC's subscriber line charge (currently capped at $6.50 per month). Id. at � 54.403(a)(1). Tier Two is an additional $1.75 per month, available if the ETC agrees to pass through the full amount of the discount to the consumer. Id.
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  • on the carrier's lowest tariffed or otherwise generally available residential rate plan. However, each eligible household's Lifeline discount would be capped at the amount the subscriber would have received if it had selected a basic voice plan. Additionally, we seek comment on requiring all ETCs to permit eligible households to apply the Link Up discount amounts set forth in section 54.411(a) of the Commission's rules to any service plan with a voice component. As with the Lifeline program, each eligible household's Link Up discount could be capped at the amount the household would have received pursuant to the Commission's rules if it had selected a basic voice plan. We seek comment on whether amending our rules in this way would further
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  • effective thirty (30) days after publication of the text or summary thereof in the Federal Register, except for those rules and requirements that involve Paperwork Reduction Act burdens, which shall become effective immediately upon announcement in the Federal Register of OMB approval and of effective dates of such rules, and except for the amendments contained herein to 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411, 54.412, 54.413 and 54.414 which shall become effective April 1, 2012; and 47 C.F.R. �� 54.409 and 54.410 which shall become effective June 1, 2012. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that, pursuant to the authority contained in sections 1, 2, 4(i), 10, 201-206, 214, 218-220, 251, 252, 254, 256, 303(r), 332, and 403 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended,
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  • and the SLC "has an impact on universal service concerns such as affordability"). We note that the Joint Board found that "a single residential connection will permit a household complete 24 access to telecommunications and information services," including "access to emergency services." Universal Service Recommended Decision, 12 FCC Rcd at 132. 47 C.F.R. � 69.104(k)(2)(i). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1) (limiting Link Up support to "a single 25 telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence"). For the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau defined a "household" as: 26 5 this definition would be favorable because, given that only price cap ILECs will assess different SLCs and PICCs on multi-line businesses, maintaining this definition would allow incumbent LECs to
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  • ACC Docket No. T-2115-97-640 (Unserved Areas), Jun. 19, 1998 at attachment B. This document was placed on the record in CC Docket No. 96-45 and is available through the Commission's Electronic Comment Filing System: https://gullfoss.fcc.gov/cgi-bin/ws.exe/prod/ecfs/comsrch.hts. 217LinkUp support is currently limited to a 50-percent discount on initial connection charges, up to a maximum of a $30 discount. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. Federal Communications Commission FCC 99-204 51 and any other alternatives that might be more effective ways of addressing this problem. For example, we seek comment on whether the provision of telecommunication service to remote areas using terrestrial wireless or satellite technologies might allow service at lower cost compared to the cost of line extension or construction of wireline facilities. Commenters
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  • ) Forfeiture NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Adopted: May 24, 2004 Released: May 24, 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find that Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') apparently violated section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''),1 and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services.2 Specifically, Pend Oreille failed to advertise Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents on tribal lands within its service territory. Based upon our review of the facts and circumstances
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  • forfeiture of $20,000 against Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') for willful and repeated violations of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and the Federal Communications Commission's (``Commission'' or ``FCC'') rules and orders. For the reasons set forth below, we find that Pend Oreille willfully and repeatedly violated Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Act,1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. II. BACKGROUND 2. The facts and circumstances surrounding this case are set forth in the Notice of Apparent Liability previously issued by the Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') and need
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  • By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and Qwest Corporation, Inc. (``Qwest''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding whether Qwest was in compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and Qwest have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • Released: November 22, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel, Inc. (``CenturyTel''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding CenturyTel's compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • In the Matter of ) ) Verizon Communications Inc. ) File No. EB-03-TC-125 MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER Adopted: March 1, 2005 Released: March 2, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Order, we admonish Verizon Communications Inc. (``Verizon'') for violating Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''),1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline or Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Verizon failed adequately to publicize Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents of 11 tribes in its service area for a period of approximately three years. While, as discussed below, we
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  • 8306, P: 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, P: 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, P: 4. 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, P: 385. See 47 C.F.R. S: 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. S: 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. S: 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. S: 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • and the SLC "has an impact on universal service concerns such as affordability"). We note that the Joint Board found that "a single residential connection will permit a household complete 24 access to telecommunications and information services," including "access to emergency services." Universal Service Recommended Decision, 12 FCC Rcd at 132. 47 C.F.R. � 69.104(k)(2)(i). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1) (limiting Link Up support to "a single 25 telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence"). For the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau defined a "household" as: 26 5 this definition would be favorable because, given that only price cap ILECs will assess different SLCs and PICCs on multi-line businesses, maintaining this definition would allow incumbent LECs to
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  • and the SLC "has an impact on universal service concerns such as affordability"). We note that the Joint Board found that "a single residential connection will permit a household complete 24 access to telecommunications and information services," including "access to emergency services." Universal Service Recommended Decision, 12 FCC Rcd at 132. 47 C.F.R. � 69.104(k)(2)(i). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1) (limiting Link Up support to "a single 25 telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence"). For the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau defined a "household" as: 26 5 this definition would be favorable because, given that only price cap ILECs will assess different SLCs and PICCs on multi-line businesses, maintaining this definition would allow incumbent LECs to
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  • services and the charges therefor using media of general distribution. Thirteenth Order on Reconsideration at para. 92. . Second Recommended Decision, 13 FCC Rcd at 24764-24765. Second Recommended Decision. 13 FCC Rcd at 24765. . LinkUp support is currently limited to a 50-percent discount on initial connection charges, up to a maximum of a $30 discount. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. See Overcoming Obstacles Proceeding: Arizona Hearing, Testimony of Gov. Raymond Gachupin, Jemez Pueblo, p. 34; Testimony of Gov. Eagle Rael, Picuris Pueblo, p. 60; and Testimony of Anthony Lucio, Zuni Pueblo, at p. 63. See also Overcoming Obstacles Proceeding: Albuquerque Hearing, Testimony of Nora Helton, Fort Mojave Tribe, p. 43. See Overcoming Obstacles Proceeding: Albuquerque Hearing, Testimony of Gov. Eagle
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  • ``Net Return - The total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390, 1490, and 1590. For those carriers reporting at the Class B account level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390, and 1595.'' Row 1950 - The definition of this row is revised to read ``Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411.'' Row 1960 - The definition of this row is revised to read ``Universal Service Fund - Universal service fund (high loop cost) support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 - 641.'' Row 1980 - The definition of this row is revised to read ``Common Line Support - Transitional -
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  • of this Order, to implement the tariff and billing system changes that may be necessary for eligible telecommunications carriers to offer the enhanced Lifeline and expanded Link Up services we adopt in this Order. Accordingly, we have determined to extend until October 1, 2000 the date by which eligible telecommunications carriers must comply with the new rule sections 54.403(a)(4) and 54.411(a)(3) adopted in this Order. An eligible telecommunications carrier serving tribal lands must make available, upon request by a qualifying low-income individual living on tribal lands, the enhanced Lifeline and Link Up services adopted in this Order by no later than October 1, 2000. Although we encourage eligible telecommunications carriers to implement the necessary changes and offer the expanded Lifeline and
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  • federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and international telecommunications, including payphone aggregators, and private network operators that offer service to others for a fee on a non-common-carrier basis. These carriers and service providers may pass on contribution expenses to their customers. 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 20 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 The FCC monitors subscriber participation and telephone usage to determine program benefits and costs.21 Historical
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  • public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services.20 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 2 - 5 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 21 Support Mechanism The federal portion of
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  • payments between January 1998 and December 1999. Projected program payments for 2000 as reported in State-By-State Telephone and Universal Service are included in the table. Total carrier payments data include local rate reductions for the Presubscribed Interexchange Carrier Charges (PICCs), and the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services (TLS) in each state or jurisdiction. 17 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). 18 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 9218 at para. 869; See Common Carrier Bureau Seeks Comment on Program to Monitor Impacts of Universal Service Support Mechanisms, Public Notice, CC Docket No. 96-45, DA 98-580, IAD File No. 98- 101 (rel. Apr. 24, 1998). 19 Access Charge Reform, Price Cap Performance Review for Local Exchange Carriers, Low-Volume Long
• http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Common_Carrier/Reports/FCC-State_Link/Monitor/mrs01-0.pdf
  • charges paid by federal support.17 In addition, eligible residents of tribal lands can receive support to fully cover any charges between $60 and $130, representing up to a maximum of $100 in discounts on initial connection charges of $130 or more.18 13 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(1). 14 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(2). 15 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 2 - 4 Services Basic service must include, at a minimum: single-party service, voice grade access to the public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation.
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  • by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and international telecommunications services. These carriers and service providers may pass on contribution expenses to their customers. The FCC monitors subscriber participation and telephone usage to determine program benefits and costs.19 Historical tables for subscribership and carrier payments by state can be 14 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 15 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 18 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). 19 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 9218, para. 869; see also Common Carrier 2 - 5 downloaded from the Monitoring Reports section of the FCC-State Link website, . Table 2.1 reports Lifeline monthly support by state
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  • ) Forfeiture NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Adopted: May 24, 2004 Released: May 24, 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find that Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') apparently violated section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''),1 and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services.2 Specifically, Pend Oreille failed to advertise Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents on tribal lands within its service territory. Based upon our review of the facts and circumstances
• http://www.fcc.gov/eb/Orders/2004/DA-04-3250A1.html
  • forfeiture of $20,000 against Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') for willful and repeated violations of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and the Federal Communications Commission's (``Commission'' or ``FCC'') rules and orders. For the reasons set forth below, we find that Pend Oreille willfully and repeatedly violated Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Act,1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. II. BACKGROUND 2. The facts and circumstances surrounding this case are set forth in the Notice of Apparent Liability previously issued by the Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') and need
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  • By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and Qwest Corporation, Inc. (``Qwest''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding whether Qwest was in compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and Qwest have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • Released: November 22, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel, Inc. (``CenturyTel''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding CenturyTel's compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • In the Matter of ) ) Verizon Communications Inc. ) File No. EB-03-TC-125 MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER Adopted: March 1, 2005 Released: March 2, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Order, we admonish Verizon Communications Inc. (``Verizon'') for violating Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''),1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline or Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Verizon failed adequately to publicize Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents of 11 tribes in its service area for a period of approximately three years. While, as discussed below, we
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  • 8306, P: 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, P: 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, P: 4. 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, P: 385. See 47 C.F.R. S: 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. S: 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. S: 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. S: 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • Part 36 of the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Rep. Def. � InstructionsDecember 1999 Page 26 of 32 Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund - Universal service fund (high loop cost) support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 - 641. 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long term support submitted to NECA pursuant to Section 69.112 (a). This item is a negative amount. 1980.Common Line Support-Transitional
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  • Part 36 of the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Rep. Def. � InstructionsDecember 1999 Page 26 of 32 Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund - Universal service fund (high loop cost) support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 - 641. 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long term support submitted to NECA pursuant to Section 69.112 (a). This item is a negative amount. 1980.Common Line Support-Transitional
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  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
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  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
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  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (q), (r), (s) and (t). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2000PDFs/4301P00.PDF
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (q), (r), (s) and (t). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2000PDFs/4304C00.PDF
  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2000PDFs/4304P00.PDF
  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2001PDFs/4301C01.PDF
  • B account level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2001PDFs/4301P01.PDF
  • B account level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2002PDFs/4301c02.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2002PDFs/4301p02.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2003PDFs/4301c03.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2003PDFs/4301p03.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2004PDFs/4301c04.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2004PDFs/4301p04.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2005PDFs/4301c05.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2005 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2005PDFs/4301p05.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2005 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2006PDFs/4301c06.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2006 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2006PDFs/4301p06.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2006 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2007PDFs/4301c07.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2007 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2007PDFs/4301p07.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2007 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2009PDFs/4301c09.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2009PDFs/4301p09.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2010PDFs/4301c10.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2010PDFs/4301p10.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/instructions/2009/definitions01.htm
  • - The total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less Rows 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). [1] This method for separation of customer deposits between state and interstate will be used as an interim measure until
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/instructions/2011/definitions01.htm
  • - The total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less Rows 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). [1] This method for separation of customer deposits between state and interstate will be used as an interim measure until
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  • 8306, � 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, � 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, � 4. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, � 385. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. � 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. � 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. � 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • 47 C.F.R. � 54.101(a)(2). See RCC Holdings Petition at 5. Id. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 13-14. See generally Declaratory Ruling. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). RCC Holdings Petition at 8. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). RCC Holdings Petition at 9. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 15-16. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 15-16. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). See Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12249-50, paras. 76-80. See Western Wireless Pine Ridge Order, 16 FCC Rcd at 18137, para. 10. See 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(6). According to the Joint Explanatory Statement, the purpose of the 1996 Act is ``to provide for a pro-competitive, de-regulatory national policy framework designed to accelerate rapidly the private sector deployment
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  • 11322, para. 200. See Cellular South Petition, Exhibit B. See Declaratory Ruling, 15 FCC Rcd at 15174, para. 15. See also 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). Cellular South Petition at 8, Exhibit B. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). Cellular South Petition at 9. See Alabama Rural LECs Comments at 13-14. See id. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). See Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12249-50, paras. 76-80. See Western Wireless Pine Ridge Order, 16 FCC Rcd at 18137, para. 10. See 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(6). See Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) Comments at 4. According to the Joint Explanatory Statement, the purpose of the 1996 Act is ``to provide for a pro-competitive, de-regulatory national
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  • FRN: 0007838568 NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Adopted: May 24, 2004 Released: May 24, 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find that Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') apparently violated section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Pend Oreille failed to advertise Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents on tribal lands within its service territory. Based upon our review of the facts and circumstances
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  • forfeiture of $20,000 against Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') for willful and repeated violations of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and the Federal Communications Commission's (``Commission'' or ``FCC'') rules and orders. For the reasons set forth below, we find that Pend Oreille willfully and repeatedly violated Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Act, and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. II. Background The facts and circumstances surrounding this case are set forth in the Notice of Apparent Liability previously issued by the Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') and need not
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  • 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and Qwest Corporation, Inc. (``Qwest''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding whether Qwest was in compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. The Enforcement Bureau and Qwest have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. After reviewing the
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  • Link-Up may not be aware of the benefits of the programs. . See 47 C.F.R. Part 54, Subpart E; ``FCC and NARUC Launch `Lifeline Across America' to Raise Awareness of Lifeline and Link-Up Programs,'' released July 26, 2005. See Wireline Competition Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, Trends in Telephone Service Report, Table 19.8 (June 21, 2005). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401, 54.411. See In the Matter of Lifeline and Link-Up, WC Docket No. 03-109, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 18 F.C.C.R. 8302 � 1 (2004). PUBLIC NOTICE Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St., S.W. Washington, D.C. 20554 News Media Information 202 / 418-0500 Internet: http://www.fcc.gov TTY: 1-888-835-5322 ' & F & F & F & F J K
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  • 2005 Released: November 22, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel, Inc. (``CenturyTel''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding CenturyTel's compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. The Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. After reviewing the
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  • up to a maximum of $1.75. 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). Finally, Tier 4 support provides eligible residents of Tribal lands, as defined in section 54.400(e) of the Commission's rules, enhanced Lifeline support. 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(4). The Link-Up program assists qualifying low-income consumers in initiating telephone service by paying a portion of the service connection charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. See Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12220, para. 20. In the Twelfth Report and Order, the Commission noted that only 76.7 percent of rural households earning less than $5,000 have a telephone, and only 47 percent of Indian tribal households on reservations and other tribal lands have a telephone, in comparison to 94 percent of all households
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  • consumers eligible for or applying to the programs impact how outreach should be done? or (202) 418-7944. See ``FCC and NARUC Launch `Lifeline Across America' to Raise Awareness of Lifeline and Link-Up Programs,'' Press Release, July 26, 2005. See Wireline Competition Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, Trends in Telephone Service Report, Table 19.8 (June 21, 2005). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. See Lifeline and Link-Up, WC Docket No. 03-109, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 18 FCC Rcd 8302, para. 1 (2004). PUBLIC NOTICE Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St., S.W. Washington, D.C. 20554 News Media Information 202 / 418-0500 Internet: http://www.fcc.gov TTY: 1-888-835-5322 y z � � { | h � ��PNG r v ��"r�9 I'6� �d�Y�͆aX
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  • sections 1, 4(i), 201, and 205 of the Act. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report and Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 8952-53, para. 329 (1997) (1997 Universal Service Order); 47 U.S.C. �� 151, 154(i), 201, 205. See Lifeline and Link-Up Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8308, para. 10. Currently, sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules require all eligible telecommunications carriers (ETCs) to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). 47 C.F.R. �� 1.1200 et seq. See 47 C.F.R. � 1.1206(b)(2). 47 C.F.R. � 1.1206(b). PUBLIC NOTICE Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St.,
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  • Payment of Regulatory Fees When Claiming Non-Profit Status 01/31/09 3060-0813 Commission's Rules to Ensure Compatibility with Enhanced 911 Calling Systems 02/28/09 3060-0814 Sec. 54.301 03/31/08 3060-0816 FCC 477 05/31/08 3060-0817 Computer III Further Remand Proceedings: BOC Provision of Enhanced Services (ONA Requirements), CC Docket No. 95-20 09/30/09 3060-0819 Secs. 54.400, 54.401, 54.402, 54.403, 54.404, 54.405, 54.406, 54.407, 54.408, 54.409. 54.410, 54.411, 54.412, 54.413, 54.414, 54.415, 54.416 and 54.417, and FCC 497 05/31/08 3060-0823 Pay Telephone Reclassification, Memorandum Opinion and Order, CC Docket No. 96-128 05/31/08 3060-0824 FCC 498 09/30/09 3060-0833 Implementation of Section 255 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996: Complaint Filings/Designation of Agents 03/31/08 3060-0835 FCC 806, FCC 824, FCC 827 and FCC 829 04/30/09 3060-0837 FCC 302-DTV 04/30/08 3060-0841
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  • Program of the Universal Service support mechanism, these rules ensure that quality telecommunications services are available to low-income consumers at reasonable and affordable rates. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 254(b). Section Numbers and Titles: 54.400 Terms and definitions. 54.401 Lifeline defined. 54.403 Lifeline support amount. 54.405 Carrier obligation to offer Lifeline. 54.407 Reimbursement for offering Lifeline. 54.409 Consumer qualification for Lifeline. 54.411 Link Up program defined. 54.413 Reimbursement for revenue forgone in offering a Link Up program. 54.415 Consumer qualification for Link Up. 54.417 Recordkeeping requirements. SUBPART F-UNIVERSAL SERVICE SUPPORT FOR SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES Brief Description: These rules specify the requirements for participation in the Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service support mechanism. The rules describe requirements regarding eligible entities,
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  • of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence, though this amount adjusts, in part, to reflect the carrier's tariffed federal subscriber line charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. Link Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of obtaining telephone service. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support, which provides a discount equal to the eligible telecommunications carrier's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All fifty states have approved
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  • TracFone Petition for Waiver of Section 54.418, MB Docket Nos. 09-17, 07-148, 07-91, 08-225; WT Docket Nos. 06-150, 06-169; PS Docket No. 06-229; WT Docket No. 98-86 (filed Feb. 24, 2009) (Petition); 47 C.F.R. � 54.418. 47 C.F.R. � 54.418. The Lifeline and Link-Up programs provide support to low-income consumers through the federal universal service fund. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. The Lifeline program provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $10.00 off the monthly cost of telephone service. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). The Link-Up program provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off the initial costs of installing telephone service. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). TracFone is only eligible to receive Lifeline support through the federal universal service
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  • Dakota Commission Comments at 2. Standing Rock ETC Petition at 11-14; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.101. Standing Rock ETC Petition at 15 and Exh. III; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 15-16; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(2). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 16; see 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 19; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(1)(i). Standing Rock ETC Petition Exhs. VIII, XI (confidential); see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(1)(ii). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 22-23; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(2). ); see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(3). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 13, 23; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(4). Standing Rock ETC Petition at 23; see
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  • for the low-income program of the universal service support mechanism, these rules ensure that low-income consumers, including eligible residents of Tribal lands, have access to quality services at just, reasonable, and affordable rates. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 201, 205 and 254(b) Section Numbers and Titles: 54.400(e) Terms and definitions. 54.403(a)(4) Lifeline support amount. 54.409(c) Consumer qualification for Lifeline. 54.411(d) Link-Up program defined. SUBPART J-INTERSTATE ACCESS UNIVERSAL SERVICE SUPPORT MECHANISM Brief Description: These rules provide requirements for the calculation and distribution of support to price-cap carriers as implicit universal service subsidies are removed from their interstate-access rates. Need: In implementing the statutory requirements, these rules ensure that the universal service interstate-access support mechanism is specific, predictable and sufficient as it
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  • means an actual physical connection of facilities and does not) Tj 1 0 0 1 72.95 107.049 Tm 101 Tz (include 'activation," and that therefore "Link Up support should only be provided for 'connections' tied to carrier) Tj 1 0 0 1 72.95 96.25 Tm 97 Tz (facilities.") Tj 1 0 0 1 119 95.549 Tm 100 Tz (Citing section 54.411\(a\) of our rules, PUCO observed that "[i]f. . . the rule [governing Link Up] was) Tj 1 0 0 1 305 83.099 Tm 92 Tz (6) Tj ET endstream endobj 70 0 obj 6473 endobj 65 0 obj << /Dest [ 60 0 R /XYZ 0 792 null ] /Next 73 0 R /Parent 4 0 R /Prev 57 0
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  • 12 & Exh. A; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1). Oglala Sioux Tribe Comments at 3. See AT&T Mobility Petition at 2. AT&T Mobility Petition at 12-13; see 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(2). Oglala Sioux Tribe Reply Comments at 3-4. See infra para. 24. AT&T Mobility Petition at 13; see 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). AT&T Mobility Petition at 13; see 47 C.F.R. � 54.202(a)(1)(i). AT&T Mobility Petition at 14; see supra para. 8 (AT&T commits to build a 3G HSPA broadband wireless network on the Reservation and transition the divestiture CDMA network subscribers living within the boundaries of the Reservation to the 3G HSPA network within 12 months of the closing of the transaction);
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  • or more.21 Services Basic service must include, at a minimum: single-party service, voice grade access to the public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 2 - 5 service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general
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  • or more.21 Services Basic service must include, at a minimum: single-party service, voice grade access to the public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 2 - 5 service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and
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  • amount, which discusses Tier 4 support) provides discounts to qualifying subscribers for Link Up service and requests reimbursement from USAC according to the following requirements and maximums: a reduction of half of the customary Carrier charge or $30, whichever is less, for commencing telecommunications service for a single telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence (47 C.F.R. � 54.411 (a)(1): Link Up program defined, which discussed the amount of the reduction) for an eligible resident of Tribal lands, an additional reduction of up to $70 to cover 100 percent of the charges between $60 and $130 for commencing telecommunications service for a single telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence (47 C.F.R. � 54.411 (a)(3) ): Link
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  • telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 2 - 5 Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the
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  • telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 2 - 5 Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence, though this amount adjusts, in part, to reflect the carrier's tariffed federal subscriber line charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. Link Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of obtaining telephone service. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support, which provides a discount equal to the eligible telecommunications carrier's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All fifty states have approved
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll- limitation services.22 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 23 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 21 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 22 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 23 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 Support Mechanism The federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service
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  • 30, 2009 to include consumer information about the DTV transition. 15.124 2/1/12 Lists the dates by which specific types of Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) equipment must comply with limits on radio frequency emissions conducted from a device onto the AC power lines. 18.123 2/1/12 Removed rules to reform and begin to modernize the Universal Service Fund's Lifeline program. 54.209 54.411 54.415 4/2/12 47 U.S.C. � 151. Id. A list of the regulations the Commission has eliminated is attached hereto as an Appendix. 47 U.S.C. � 161. Commission 2010 Biennial Review of Telecommunications Regulations, 26 FCC Rcd 16943 (2011). 5 U.S.C. � 610. Id. � 610(b). See, e.g., FCC Seeks Comment Regarding Possible Revision or Elimination of Rules Under the Regulatory
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  • of this Order, to implement the tariff and billing system changes that may be necessary for eligible telecommunications carriers to offer the enhanced Lifeline and expanded Link Up services we adopt in this Order. Accordingly, we have determined to extend until October 1, 2000 the date by which eligible telecommunications carriers must comply with the new rule sections 54.403(a)(4) and 54.411(a)(3) adopted in this Order. An eligible telecommunications carrier serving tribal lands must make available, upon request by a qualifying low-income individual living on tribal lands, the enhanced Lifeline and Link Up services adopted in this Order by no later than October 1, 2000. Although we encourage eligible telecommunications carriers to implement the necessary changes and offer the expanded Lifeline and
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  • demarcation point, as well as the difficulty in isolating the costs of such portion. We note that we make this finding regarding wireless handsets solely for purposes of determining what charges are eligible for Link-Up discounts. We further note that non-wireline carriers remain eligible to receive Link-Up support for the ``customary charge for commencing telecommunications service,'' as defined in section 54.411 of the Commission's rules, including wireless activation fees. Where wireless telecommunications service is provided to an eligible resident of tribal lands, such charges may also continue to include ``facilities-based'' charges associated with the construction of facilities needed to initiate service, as provided in section 54.411(a)(3). Florida Commission Petition. We deny the Florida Commission's requests for reconsideration. We disagree with the
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  • Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report and Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 8952-53, para. 329 (1997) (1997 Universal Service Order); 47 U.S.C. �� 151, 154(i), 201, 205. See 47 U.S.C. � 254(b)(3). See 47 U.S.C. � 254(b)(6). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, para. 341. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Order, 15 FCC Rcd 25257 (2000) (Referral Order). Referral Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 25257. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service Seeks Comment on Review of Lifeline and Link-Up Service for All Low-Income Consumers, CC-Docket 96-45, Public Notice, 16 FCC Rcd 18407
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  • completion of outgoing toll calls from their telecommunications channel. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(b). ``Toll control'' is a service provided by carriers that allows consumers to specify a certain amount of toll usage that may be incurred on their telecommunications channel per month or per billing cycle. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(c). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). Id. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). Lifeline is a program that provides discounts to consumers on their monthly telephone bills. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401-54.409. Link Up helps consumers with telephone installation costs. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411-54.415. In its Twelfth Report and Order, the Commission created a fourth tier ($25.00 per month) of federal Lifeline support and established additional Link-Up support ($70.00 per consumer) which
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  • 4(i), 201, and 205 of the Act. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report and Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 8952-53, para. 329 (1997) (1997 Universal Service Order); 47 U.S.C. �� 151, 154(i), 201, 205. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, para. 341. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All
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  • completion of outgoing toll calls from their telecommunications channel. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(b). ``Toll control'' is a service provided by carriers that allows consumers to specify a certain amount of toll usage that may be incurred on their telecommunications channel per month or per billing cycle. 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(c). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). Id. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). Lifeline is a program that provides discounts to consumers on their monthly telephone bills. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401-54.409. Link Up helps consumers with telephone installation costs. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411-54.415. In its Twelfth Report and Order, the Commission created a fourth tier ($25.00 per month) of federal Lifeline support and established additional Link-Up support ($70.00 per consumer) which
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  • Guidelines. Id. at 8321, � 31. The Commission also adopted a verification requirement for all states, including federal default states. Id. at 8322, � 33. ETCs must, for federal default states, verify annually the eligibility of a statistically valid sample of their Lifeline subscribers. Id. at 8323, � 35. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(4). 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). We have already sought comment on increasing participation in the Lifeline/Link-Up programs. See Lifeline/Link-Up Report and Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8331-33, �� 56-58. We encourage parties to refresh the record in this proceeding. The high cost and low income programs generally do not have the number and type of forms used in the schools and
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  • para. 19 (1999) (Fourteenth Order on Reconsideration) (finding that although only ETCs may receive universal service support, a non-ETC that provides supported services to eligible rural health care providers may offset the value of the discount provided against its universal service contribution obligation and, to the extent such discount exceeds its contribution obligation, receive a refund). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if
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  • resolution in support of the Campbell Letter. Lifeline provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $10.00 off of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). Link-Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of installing telephone service. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). Recognizing the unique needs and characteristics of tribal communities, enhanced Lifeline and Link-Up provides qualifying low-income individuals living on tribal lands with up to $25.00 in additional discounts off the monthly cost of telephone service and up to $70.00 more off the initial costs of installing telephone service. We estimate that this will have approximately a $39 million impact on
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  • Dakota Public Utilities Commission, Declaratory Ruling, CC Docket No. 96-45, 15 FCC Rcd 15168, 15172-75, paras. 10-18 (2000), recon. pending (Section 214(e) Declaratory Ruling). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). An entity that offers the supported services exclusively through resale shall not be designated as an ETC. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.101(a)(5). See 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b) and 54.411(d). Lifeline is a program that provides discounts to consumers on their monthly telephone bills. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401-54.409. Link Up helps consumers with telephone installation costs. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411-54.415. See Recommended Decision, 19 FCC Rcd at 4259, para. 5. . . As recommended by the Joint Board, the Commission adopted competitive neutrality as an additional principle for
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  • is a universal service support mechanism designed to ensure that quality telecommunications services are available to low-income consumers at just, reasonable, and affordable rates. See 47 U.S.C. � 254(b)(1). Generally, enhanced Lifeline and Link-Up support provides qualifying low-income consumers living on Tribal lands additional discounts off the monthly cost of telephone service and telephone installation. See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). See Letter from David LaFuria, Smith Bagley, Inc., to Marlene H. Dortch, Federal Communications Commission, dated November 15, 2004 (Waiver Petition). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.400(e). In its original petition for waiver, filed March 19, 2004, SBI asked the Commission to waive its rules concerning ``near reservation lands'' so that residents of the Eastern Navajo Agency would be eligible
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  • 8306, � 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, � 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, � 4. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, � 385. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. � 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. � 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. � 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • Maine which we exclude are Fryeburg and North Fryeburg. 47 C.F.R. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1); 47 C.F.R. � 54.101(a) (listing the services supported by the federal universal service mechanisms); see generally Petitions. 47 C.F.R. � 214(e)(1)(A); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(1); see generally Petitions. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(B); 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d)(2); see generally Petitions. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405, 54.411. See supra para. 5. ETC Designation Order, 20 FCC Rcd at 6380, para. 20; 47 C.F.R. �� 54.202(a), 54.209; see generally Petitions. For example, Petitioners have committed to comply with the Consumer Code for Wireless Service of the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA). See generally Petitions. See generally Petitions. As noted in the PSC Alabama Order, the mobility of telecommunications
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  • of the monthly cost of telephone service for a single telephone line in their principal residence, though this amount adjusts, in part, to reflect the carrier's tariffed federal subscriber line charge. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. Link Up provides low-income consumers with discounts of up to $30.00 off of the initial costs of installing telephone service. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if all relevant state regulatory authorities approve such a reduction. (All fifty states have approved this reduction.)
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  • in their principal residence, while Link-Up provides low-income consumers with discounts off of the initial costs of installing telephone service. See Lifeline and Link-Up, WC Docket No. 03-109, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 19 FCC Rcd 8302, 8306, para. 4 (2004); 47 C.F.R. Part 54, Subpart E (Universal Service Support for Low-Income Consumers). Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's Rules require all ETCs to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for those services. 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). Letter at 4. Comments of New York State Consumer Protection Board at 2. See infra section III.G. Comments of Verizon at 7. See also Comments
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  • Areas, Including Tribal and Insular Areas, CC Docket No. 96-45, Twelfth Report and Order, Memorandum Opinion and Order, and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 15 FCC Rcd 12208, 12255, para. 93 (2000) (Twelfth Report and Order). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(6). Id. Id. 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1); see also 47 C.F.R. � 54.201(d). 47 U.S.C. � 214(e)(1)(A). 47 C.F.R. �� 54.401, 54.411. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(a)(4), 54.411(a)(3). Under the Commission's rules, there are four tiers of federal Lifeline support. All eligible subscribers receive Tier 1 support, which provides a discount equal to the ETC's subscriber line charge. Tier 2 support provides an additional $1.75 per month in federal support, available if
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); see Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket
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  • off the monthly cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(3). 547 U.S.C. �254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); seeFederal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No. 96-45, Report
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); see Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service,
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  • off the monthly cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.401(a)(2). In tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(1). In tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(3). 547 U.S.C. �254(e). A carrier need not be an ETC to participate in the schools and libraries or rural health care universal service programs. 47 U.S.C. � 254(h)(1)(A) and (B)(ii); seeFederal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, CC Docket No.
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In Tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In Tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.407(b)-(c). ETCs designated for the limited purpose of participating in the Lifeline program, in contrast, may only receive Lifeline support. See Petition of TracFone Wireless, Inc. for Forbearance from 47
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  • off the monthly cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.401(a)(2). In Tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. �54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(1). In Tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. �54.411(a)(3). 547 U.S.C. �254(e). 6See47 C.F.R. �54.407(b)�(c). ETCs designated for the limited purpose of participating in the Lifeline program, in contrast, may only receive Lifeline support. 7SeePetition of TracFone Wireless, Inc. for Forbearance from 47 U.S.C. �214(e)(1)(A) and 47 C.F.R.
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  • VtPSB Vermont Department of Public Service VtDPS Maine Public Utilities Commission MPUC (collectively Vermont/Maine) APPENDIX B Proposed Rules PART 54 - UNIVERSAL SERVICE 1. The authority citation for Part 54 continues to read as follows: AUTHORITY: 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 201, 205, 214, and 254 unless otherwise noted. Subpart E - Universal Service Support for Low-Income Consumers 2. Amend Section 54.411 by revising the first sentence of paragraph (a)(3) and the second sentence of paragraph (b), and adding paragraph (e) to read as follows: (3) For an eligible resident of Tribal lands or Puerto Rico, a reduction of up to $70, in addition to the reduction in paragraph (a)(1) of this section, to cover 100 percent of the charges between $60
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  • pursuant to their obligations under section 214(e)(1).'' Recognizing the critical importance of effectively publicizing the Lifeline and Link Up programs to low-income consumers and the resulting effect on the telephone penetration rate, the Commission took several opportunities over the years to highlight the importance of outreach. For example, in the June 2000 Tribal Order, the Commission amended sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the rules to require that ETCs publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link Up ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service.'' The Commission chose not to prescribe specific, uniform methods for ETCs to follow in publicizing their low-income programs; rather, the Commission gave carriers the discretion to determine how best to reach
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  • pursuant to their obligations under section 214(e)(1).'' Recognizing the critical importance of effectively publicizing the Lifeline and Link Up programs to low-income consumers and the resulting effect on the telephone penetration rate, the Commission took several opportunities over the years to highlight the importance of outreach. For example, in the June 2000 Tribal Order, the Commission amended sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the rules to require that ETCs publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link Up ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service.'' The Commission chose not to prescribe specific, uniform methods for ETCs to follow in publicizing their low-income programs; rather, the Commission gave carriers the discretion to determine how best to reach
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  • pursuant to their obligations under section 214(e)(1).'' Recognizing the critical importance of effectively publicizing the Lifeline and Link Up programs to low-income consumers and the resulting effect on the telephone penetration rate, the Commission took several opportunities over the years to highlight the importance of outreach. For example, in the June 2000 Tribal Order, the Commission amended sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the rules to require that ETCs publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link Up ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify for the service.'' The Commission chose not to prescribe specific, uniform methods for ETCs to follow in publicizing their low-income programs; rather, the Commission gave carriers the discretion to determine how best to reach
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  • cost of telephone service, with the federal program reimbursing the ETC up to $10 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(2). In Tribal areas, the federal program reimburses ETCs up to an additional $25 each month. 47 C.F.R. � 54.405(a)(4). Through the Link Up program, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to $30 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). In Tribal areas, low-income consumers may receive discounts of up to an additional $70 off the connection charge. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 47 U.S.C. � 254(e). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.407(b)-(c). ETCs designated for the limited purpose of participating in the Lifeline program, in contrast, may only receive Lifeline universal service support. See Petition of TracFone Wireless, Inc. for Forbearance
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  • low-income program is approximately 36% of eligible households. This figure includes low-income households both on and off Tribal lands. See Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service, Recommended Decision, FCC 10J-3 at 22 � 59. More information about the Enhanced Lifeline and Enhanced Link Up programs is available on the Commission's website at: http://www.fcc.gov/indians/. 47 C.F.R. � 54.403. 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. The Link Up program also allows eligible low-income consumers to pay the remaining amount they owe on a deferred schedule, interest free, and with some limitations imposed. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). Bureau of the Census, Housing of American Indians on Reservations - Equipment and Fuels, Statistical Brief, SB/95-11 (1995). Telephone Subscribership Report. Extending Wireless Telecommunications Services to Tribal lands,
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  • Arizona, CC Docket No. 96-45, Order, 22 FCC Rcd 1866 (2007). National Broadband Plan at 146, Recommendation 8.5. Id. Eligible low-income consumers are also eligible for Toll Limitation Service support, which reimburses ETCs for providing toll blocking and toll control at no cost to the customer. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401(a)(3). See 47 C.F.R. � 54.401. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(4). Tier One is available to all eligible Lifeline subscribers and is equal to the incumbent ETC's subscriber line charge (currently capped at $6.50 per month). Id. at � 54.403(a)(1). Tier Two is an additional $1.75 per month, available if the ETC agrees to pass through the full amount of the discount to the consumer. Id.
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  • on the carrier's lowest tariffed or otherwise generally available residential rate plan. However, each eligible household's Lifeline discount would be capped at the amount the subscriber would have received if it had selected a basic voice plan. Additionally, we seek comment on requiring all ETCs to permit eligible households to apply the Link Up discount amounts set forth in section 54.411(a) of the Commission's rules to any service plan with a voice component. As with the Lifeline program, each eligible household's Link Up discount could be capped at the amount the household would have received pursuant to the Commission's rules if it had selected a basic voice plan. We seek comment on whether amending our rules in this way would further
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  • effective thirty (30) days after publication of the text or summary thereof in the Federal Register, except for those rules and requirements that involve Paperwork Reduction Act burdens, which shall become effective immediately upon announcement in the Federal Register of OMB approval and of effective dates of such rules, and except for the amendments contained herein to 47 C.F.R. �� 54.411, 54.412, 54.413 and 54.414 which shall become effective April 1, 2012; and 47 C.F.R. �� 54.409 and 54.410 which shall become effective June 1, 2012. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that, pursuant to the authority contained in sections 1, 2, 4(i), 10, 201-206, 214, 218-220, 251, 252, 254, 256, 303(r), 332, and 403 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended,
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  • and the SLC "has an impact on universal service concerns such as affordability"). We note that the Joint Board found that "a single residential connection will permit a household complete 24 access to telecommunications and information services," including "access to emergency services." Universal Service Recommended Decision, 12 FCC Rcd at 132. 47 C.F.R. � 69.104(k)(2)(i). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1) (limiting Link Up support to "a single 25 telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence"). For the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau defined a "household" as: 26 5 this definition would be favorable because, given that only price cap ILECs will assess different SLCs and PICCs on multi-line businesses, maintaining this definition would allow incumbent LECs to
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  • ACC Docket No. T-2115-97-640 (Unserved Areas), Jun. 19, 1998 at attachment B. This document was placed on the record in CC Docket No. 96-45 and is available through the Commission's Electronic Comment Filing System: https://gullfoss.fcc.gov/cgi-bin/ws.exe/prod/ecfs/comsrch.hts. 217LinkUp support is currently limited to a 50-percent discount on initial connection charges, up to a maximum of a $30 discount. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. Federal Communications Commission FCC 99-204 51 and any other alternatives that might be more effective ways of addressing this problem. For example, we seek comment on whether the provision of telecommunication service to remote areas using terrestrial wireless or satellite technologies might allow service at lower cost compared to the cost of line extension or construction of wireline facilities. Commenters
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  • ) Forfeiture NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Adopted: May 24, 2004 Released: May 24, 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find that Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') apparently violated section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''),1 and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services.2 Specifically, Pend Oreille failed to advertise Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents on tribal lands within its service territory. Based upon our review of the facts and circumstances
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  • forfeiture of $20,000 against Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') for willful and repeated violations of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and the Federal Communications Commission's (``Commission'' or ``FCC'') rules and orders. For the reasons set forth below, we find that Pend Oreille willfully and repeatedly violated Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Act,1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. II. BACKGROUND 2. The facts and circumstances surrounding this case are set forth in the Notice of Apparent Liability previously issued by the Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') and need
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  • By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and Qwest Corporation, Inc. (``Qwest''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding whether Qwest was in compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and Qwest have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • Released: November 22, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel, Inc. (``CenturyTel''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding CenturyTel's compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • In the Matter of ) ) Verizon Communications Inc. ) File No. EB-03-TC-125 MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER Adopted: March 1, 2005 Released: March 2, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Order, we admonish Verizon Communications Inc. (``Verizon'') for violating Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''),1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline or Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Verizon failed adequately to publicize Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents of 11 tribes in its service area for a period of approximately three years. While, as discussed below, we
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  • 8306, P: 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, P: 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, P: 4. 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, P: 385. See 47 C.F.R. S: 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. S: 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. S: 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. S: 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • and the SLC "has an impact on universal service concerns such as affordability"). We note that the Joint Board found that "a single residential connection will permit a household complete 24 access to telecommunications and information services," including "access to emergency services." Universal Service Recommended Decision, 12 FCC Rcd at 132. 47 C.F.R. � 69.104(k)(2)(i). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1) (limiting Link Up support to "a single 25 telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence"). For the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau defined a "household" as: 26 5 this definition would be favorable because, given that only price cap ILECs will assess different SLCs and PICCs on multi-line businesses, maintaining this definition would allow incumbent LECs to
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  • and the SLC "has an impact on universal service concerns such as affordability"). We note that the Joint Board found that "a single residential connection will permit a household complete 24 access to telecommunications and information services," including "access to emergency services." Universal Service Recommended Decision, 12 FCC Rcd at 132. 47 C.F.R. � 69.104(k)(2)(i). See also 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1) (limiting Link Up support to "a single 25 telecommunications connection at a consumer's principal place of residence"). For the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau defined a "household" as: 26 5 this definition would be favorable because, given that only price cap ILECs will assess different SLCs and PICCs on multi-line businesses, maintaining this definition would allow incumbent LECs to
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  • services and the charges therefor using media of general distribution. Thirteenth Order on Reconsideration at para. 92. . Second Recommended Decision, 13 FCC Rcd at 24764-24765. Second Recommended Decision. 13 FCC Rcd at 24765. . LinkUp support is currently limited to a 50-percent discount on initial connection charges, up to a maximum of a $30 discount. See 47 C.F.R. � 54.411. See Overcoming Obstacles Proceeding: Arizona Hearing, Testimony of Gov. Raymond Gachupin, Jemez Pueblo, p. 34; Testimony of Gov. Eagle Rael, Picuris Pueblo, p. 60; and Testimony of Anthony Lucio, Zuni Pueblo, at p. 63. See also Overcoming Obstacles Proceeding: Albuquerque Hearing, Testimony of Nora Helton, Fort Mojave Tribe, p. 43. See Overcoming Obstacles Proceeding: Albuquerque Hearing, Testimony of Gov. Eagle
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  • ``Net Return - The total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390, 1490, and 1590. For those carriers reporting at the Class B account level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390, and 1595.'' Row 1950 - The definition of this row is revised to read ``Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411.'' Row 1960 - The definition of this row is revised to read ``Universal Service Fund - Universal service fund (high loop cost) support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 - 641.'' Row 1980 - The definition of this row is revised to read ``Common Line Support - Transitional -
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  • of this Order, to implement the tariff and billing system changes that may be necessary for eligible telecommunications carriers to offer the enhanced Lifeline and expanded Link Up services we adopt in this Order. Accordingly, we have determined to extend until October 1, 2000 the date by which eligible telecommunications carriers must comply with the new rule sections 54.403(a)(4) and 54.411(a)(3) adopted in this Order. An eligible telecommunications carrier serving tribal lands must make available, upon request by a qualifying low-income individual living on tribal lands, the enhanced Lifeline and Link Up services adopted in this Order by no later than October 1, 2000. Although we encourage eligible telecommunications carriers to implement the necessary changes and offer the expanded Lifeline and
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  • federal portion of the program is funded by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and international telecommunications, including payphone aggregators, and private network operators that offer service to others for a fee on a non-common-carrier basis. These carriers and service providers may pass on contribution expenses to their customers. 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 20 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). See also Twelfth Report and Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 12250, para.78 (amending sections 54.405 and 54.411 of the Commission's rules). 2 - 5 The FCC monitors subscriber participation and telephone usage to determine program benefits and costs.21 Historical
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  • public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation. The federal program compensates eligible telecommunications carriers for toll-limitation based on the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services.20 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 19 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 20 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 2 - 5 Advertising Carriers offering Lifeline and Link Up are required to publicize the availability of those programs using media of general distribution "in a manner reasonably designed to reach those most likely to qualify for support." 21 Support Mechanism The federal portion of
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  • payments between January 1998 and December 1999. Projected program payments for 2000 as reported in State-By-State Telephone and Universal Service are included in the table. Total carrier payments data include local rate reductions for the Presubscribed Interexchange Carrier Charges (PICCs), and the carrier's incremental cost of providing toll-limitation services (TLS) in each state or jurisdiction. 17 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). 18 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd 8776, 9218 at para. 869; See Common Carrier Bureau Seeks Comment on Program to Monitor Impacts of Universal Service Support Mechanisms, Public Notice, CC Docket No. 96-45, DA 98-580, IAD File No. 98- 101 (rel. Apr. 24, 1998). 19 Access Charge Reform, Price Cap Performance Review for Local Exchange Carriers, Low-Volume Long
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  • charges paid by federal support.17 In addition, eligible residents of tribal lands can receive support to fully cover any charges between $60 and $130, representing up to a maximum of $100 in discounts on initial connection charges of $130 or more.18 13 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(1). 14 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(2). 15 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(a)(3). 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 18 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 2 - 4 Services Basic service must include, at a minimum: single-party service, voice grade access to the public switched telephone network, Dual Tone Multifrequency signaling or its functional digital equivalent, access to emergency services, access to operator services, access to interexchange service, access to directory assistance, and toll limitation.
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  • by the federal universal service support mechanisms, which include contributions from providers of interstate and international telecommunications services. These carriers and service providers may pass on contribution expenses to their customers. The FCC monitors subscriber participation and telephone usage to determine program benefits and costs.19 Historical tables for subscribership and carrier payments by state can be 14 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(1). 15 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(2). 16 47 C.F.R. � 54.411(a)(3). 17 47 C.F.R. � 54.403(c). 18 47 C.F.R. �� 54.405(b), 54.411(d). 19 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 9218, para. 869; see also Common Carrier 2 - 5 downloaded from the Monitoring Reports section of the FCC-State Link website, . Table 2.1 reports Lifeline monthly support by state
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  • ) Forfeiture NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Adopted: May 24, 2004 Released: May 24, 2004 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find that Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') apparently violated section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''),1 and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules, by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services.2 Specifically, Pend Oreille failed to advertise Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents on tribal lands within its service territory. Based upon our review of the facts and circumstances
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  • forfeiture of $20,000 against Pend Oreille Telephone Company (``Pend Oreille'') for willful and repeated violations of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and the Federal Communications Commission's (``Commission'' or ``FCC'') rules and orders. For the reasons set forth below, we find that Pend Oreille willfully and repeatedly violated Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Act,1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by willfully and repeatedly failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline and Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. II. BACKGROUND 2. The facts and circumstances surrounding this case are set forth in the Notice of Apparent Liability previously issued by the Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') and need
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  • By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and Qwest Corporation, Inc. (``Qwest''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding whether Qwest was in compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and Qwest have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • Released: November 22, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into between the Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel, Inc. (``CenturyTel''). The Consent Decree terminates an investigation initiated by the Enforcement Bureau regarding CenturyTel's compliance with section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the ``Act''), and sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,1 as it relates to the duty to publicize Lifeline and Link-Up programs to low-income residents on tribal lands. 2. The Enforcement Bureau and CenturyTel have negotiated the terms of a Consent Decree that would resolve this matter and terminate the investigation. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. After
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  • In the Matter of ) ) Verizon Communications Inc. ) File No. EB-03-TC-125 MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER Adopted: March 1, 2005 Released: March 2, 2005 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Order, we admonish Verizon Communications Inc. (``Verizon'') for violating Section 214(e)(1)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''),1 and Sections 54.405(b) and 54.411(d) of the Commission's rules,2 by failing to publicize the availability of Lifeline or Link-Up services ``in a manner reasonably designed to reach those likely to qualify'' for the services. Specifically, Verizon failed adequately to publicize Lifeline or Link-Up to low-income residents of 11 tribes in its service area for a period of approximately three years. While, as discussed below, we
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  • 8306, P: 4. See also Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub.L. No., 104-104, 110 Stat. 56 (1996). 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(2); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8957, P: 341; 2004 Lifeline Order, 19 FCC Rcd at 8306, P: 4. 47 C.F.R. S: 54.401(a)(3); 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC Rcd at 8980, P: 385. See 47 C.F.R. S: 54.411(a)(1). See 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407, 54.413. 47 U.S.C. S: 254(e) (providing that only ETCs designated pursuant section 214(e) of the Act, 47, C.F.R. S: 214(e), are eligible to receive specific Federal universal service support); see also 47 U.S.C. S: 214(e) (setting forth the requirements for ETC designation). 47 C.F.R. S:S: 54.407 and 54.413. See 1997 Universal Service Order, 12 FCC
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  • Part 36 of the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Rep. Def. � InstructionsDecember 1999 Page 26 of 32 Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund - Universal service fund (high loop cost) support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 - 641. 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long term support submitted to NECA pursuant to Section 69.112 (a). This item is a negative amount. 1980.Common Line Support-Transitional
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  • Part 36 of the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Rep. Def. � InstructionsDecember 1999 Page 26 of 32 Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund - Universal service fund (high loop cost) support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 - 641. 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long term support submitted to NECA pursuant to Section 69.112 (a). This item is a negative amount. 1980.Common Line Support-Transitional
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  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
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  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
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  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (q), (r), (s) and (t). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2000PDFs/4301P00.PDF
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (q), (r), (s) and (t). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2000PDFs/4304C00.PDF
  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2000PDFs/4304P00.PDF
  • by the Universal Service Fund administrator pursuant to Section 36.622(b), used to determine the Universal Service Fund support received during the reporting period as reported on Row 9002. Carriers not qualifying for USF expense allocation are still required to report the USF cost per loop on this row. 9006 Lifeline Connection Assistance expense allocation which is calculated pursuant to Section 54.411 9007 Number of households in the study area receiving Lifeline Connection Assistance pursuant to Section 54.409. 9008 Average discount on commencement of service charges per household pursuant to Section 54.411. 9009 Average deferred charges per household for the commencement of service for which the company charges no interest pursuant to Section 54.411(a)(2). 9010 Total billable access lines are lines billed
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2001PDFs/4301C01.PDF
  • B account level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2001PDFs/4301P01.PDF
  • B account level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920.Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950.Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960. Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970.Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of the
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2002PDFs/4301c02.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2002PDFs/4301p02.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2003PDFs/4301c03.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2003PDFs/4301p03.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2004PDFs/4301c04.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2004PDFs/4301p04.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). 1970 Common Line Support-Long Term - Enter the amount of long-term support (LTS), which is a portion of
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2005PDFs/4301c05.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2005 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2005PDFs/4301p05.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2005 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2006PDFs/4301c06.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2006 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2006PDFs/4301p06.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition December 2006 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I - COLUMN DESCRIPTIONS Each
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2007PDFs/4301c07.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2007 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2007PDFs/4301p07.pdf
  • level, enter the total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2007 Page 20 of 26 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2009PDFs/4301c09.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2009PDFs/4301p09.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2009 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2010PDFs/4301c10.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/documents/2010PDFs/4301p10.pdf
  • the Commission's Rules. See Amendment of Part 65 of the Commission's Rules to Prescribe Components of the Rate Base and Net Income of Dominant Carriers, Report and Order, 3 FCC Rcd 269 (1987). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 14 of 21 Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund � High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 � 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). FCC Report 43-01 � Report Definition � Table 1 December 2010 Page 15 of 21 TABLE I -
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  • - The total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less Rows 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). [1] This method for separation of customer deposits between state and interstate will be used as an interim measure until
• http://www.fcc.gov/wcb/armis/instructions/2011/definitions01.htm
  • - The total of Rows 1090 and 1290 less Rows 1190, 1390 and 1595. 1920 Rate of Return - Row 1915 divided by Row 1910, multiplied by 100. Round to 2 decimal places. All price cap companies should insert zeros in Columns (m), (n), (p), (r) and (s). Miscellaneous Data 1950 Lifeline Adjustment - Enter this amount pursuant to Section 54.411. 1960 Universal Service Fund High Loop Cost - Universal service fund high loop cost support received for the reporting period as calculated by the universal service fund administrator pursuant to Sections 36.601 641 (rural carriers) or Section 54.309 (non-rural carriers). [1] This method for separation of customer deposits between state and interstate will be used as an interim measure until