Updates from the FCC on E-Rate and Rural Health Care

Thursday, October 8, 2026
08:30 - 09:30 AM
Room: Adams/Madison

This year, the FCC requested public input regarding rule changes affecting both the E-Rate and Rural Health Care programs. Join us for a presentation and discussion with FCC Bureau staff to hear about the E-Rate competitive bidding portal, the top down review of the Rural Health Care program, and status of the schools and libraries cybersecurity pilot program. 

And, join us in celebrating the 2026 Anchor Champion Awardee!

2026 AnchorNets Plenary: FCC

  • Matthew Baker
    Matthew Baker
    Deputy Division Chief in the Telecommunications Access Policy Division Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
    Speaker
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  • Philip Bonomo
    Philip Bonomo
    Assistant Division Chief Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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  • Kate Dumouchel
    Kate Dumouchel
    Deputy Division Chief Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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  • Gabriela Gross
    Gabriela Gross
    Special Counsel Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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  • Jennifer Mensah
    Jennifer Mensah
    Attorney Advisor Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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