Closing the digital divide one anchor institution at a time.
Lifeline Policy
In 2016 SHLB celebrated the modernization of the Lifeline order. Because of SHLB's participation in the Lifeline coalition and comments filed with the FCC, the modernization allowed community anchor institutions to serve as aggregators of Lifeline customers. However, recent events could put Lifeline at risk. Stay tuned as SHLB works closely with other organizations to preserve Lifeline.
SHLB Documents on Lifeline Reform
| March 20, 2020 | Joint Letter to the FCC Requesting Increased Lifeline Support During COVID-19 Crisis |
| November 9, 2017 | SHLB's Letter to FCC on Lifeline NPRM |
| March 24, 2016 | SHLB's Ex-Parte Letter Regarding Wifi, Tethering and the Lifeline Program |
| March 11, 2016 | SHLB's Lifeline Letter Filed with the FCC |
| March 2, 2016 | Joint Lifeline and Link UP Reform and Modernization Letter |
| August 31, 2015 | SHLB Lifeline Comments |
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