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SHLB Applauds Relaunched Congressional USF Working Group

Date postedJune 12, 2025
Posted By: Kristen Engebretsen Press Releases,

Washington, D.C. (June 12, 2025) – The Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband (SHLB) Coalition released the following statement attributable to Joseph Wender, Executive Director of the SHLB Coalition, in response to news regarding the relaunch of the bipartisan Congressional USF working group:

“SHLB welcomes the relaunch of the bipartisan Congressional Universal Service Fund working group. We were pleased to previously collaborate with the working group when we provided insights on various aspects of the USF, including strategies to further improve the E-Rate and Rural Health Care programs.

Regarding contribution reform, SHLB believes the USF should be supported by a dedicated funding stream that is predictable and sustainable in the long-term. Proposals that subject the USF to Congressional appropriations threaten the reliability of the fund.

Without subsidies for internet connectivity, our nation’s schools, libraries, and healthcare facilities would face significant challenges, impairing their ability to serve students, library patrons, and the broader community. We look forward to reengaging with the working group to ensure that the broadband needs of anchor institutions are recognized and to help strengthen and improve the current contribution system with a modernized approach that broadens the base of funding and provides lasting support for these essential programs.”

For more information, visit www.shlb.org or follow @SHLBcoalition or follow @SHLBcoalition on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, or YouTube.



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About SHLB: The SHLB Coalition is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) advocacy organization that supports open, affordable, high-quality broadband connections for anchor institutions and their surrounding communities. The SHLB Coalition is based in Washington, D.C., and has a diverse membership of commercial and non-commercial organizations across the United States. To learn more, visit www.shlb.org.

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