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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Read SHLB's Comment Here
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.
Reply Comment - 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.
Reply Comment - Individual 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.
Reply Comment - 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: