What to Know About the FCC's Latest Inquiry Into the E-Rate Program
The FCC has opened a new inquiry that could terminate the E-Rate program. Understanding what's being asked and what's at stake is the first step to making your voice heard.
Filing a reply comment allows you to directly respond to what another filer said - including whether you agree or disagree - and to tell your story.
Formal Reply Comment
A written comment is the most comprehensive way to participate in FCC rulemakings and good for E-Rate professionals. It allows for detailed policy analysis and recommendations and can include charts, data, and attachments. Filers prepare a document and upload it through the FCC’s electronic comment filing system.
An individual or coalition letter shares E-Rate's real-world impact. Individual letters provide a personal perspective, while coalition letters demonstrate broad support and a unified voice (appropriate for school or library districts/regions). Letters are uploaded within the electronic filing system.
An express comment is accessible for first-time participants or participants with resource constraints. It's ideal for sharing personal experiences or concise policy recommendations. Filers type a comment directly into an online form within the electronic filing system, rather than uploading documents.
Thanks to our coalition partners who have provided leadership, E-Rate data, and resources to the campaign:
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The FCC has opened a new inquiry that could terminate the E-Rate program. Understanding what's being asked and what's at stake is the first step to making your voice heard.
Formal Reply Comment
A written comment is the most comprehensive way to participate in FCC rulemakings and good for E-Rate professionals. It allows for detailed policy analysis and recommendations and can include charts, data, and attachments. Filers prepare a document and upload it through the FCC’s electronic comment filing system.
Formal Filing Template
Instructions on How to File
File a Written Comment
Personalized Letter
An individual or coalition letter shares E-Rate's real-world impact. Individual letters provide a personal perspective, while coalition letters demonstrate broad support and a unified voice (appropriate for school or library districts/regions). Letters are uploaded within the electronic filing system.
Individual Letter Template
Coalition Letter Template
Instructions on How to File
File a Letter
Express Reply Comment
An express comment is accessible for first-time participants or participants with resource constraints. It's ideal for sharing personal experiences or concise policy recommendations. Filers type a comment directly into an online form within the electronic filing system, rather than uploading documents.
Express Comment Template
Instructions on How to File
File Express Comment
You can also check out this additional tool from E-Rate Central that makes it easy for schools and libraries to draft and file a comment with the FCC.
E-Rate Comment Compass
Thanks to our coalition partners who have provided leadership, E-Rate data, and resources to the campaign: