All posts tagged "FCC"

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  FCC Authorizes $237.9 million to improve mobile networks in Puerto Rico, USVI

  Includes first Universal Service Funding specifically for 5G deployment

  • Posted June 16, 2020
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  FCC review of proposed municipal tax on telecommunications sought

  Industry group calls levy a ‘flagrant violation’ of federal legislation to achieve universal, affordable internet services in Puerto Rico

  • Posted June 11, 2020
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  FCC Sets Process for $691 Million Investment in Fixed Puerto Rico, USVI Networks

  Wireline Competition Bureau lays Out Procedures

  • Posted February 6, 2020
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  FCC approves $750 million to improve infrastructure in Puerto Rico

  To boost broadband access on both Caribbean territories, USVI to receive $250 million as well

  • Posted September 26, 2019
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  FCC chairman announces appointments to Intergovernmental Advisory Committee

  Puerto Rico telecom board commissioner among appointees

  • Posted August 2, 2018
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  FCC establishes Puerto Rico, USVI telecom funds, making $954 million available

  Uniendo a Puerto Rico Fund makes up to $750 million available to carriers, including an immediate infusion of $51.2 million for restoration efforts

  • Posted June 13, 2018
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  FCC approves additional funding to restore communications in Puerto Rico, USVI

  Seeks comment on almost $900 million in long-term funding to expand and improve networks

  • Posted May 30, 2018
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  FCC commissioner warns Puerto Rico governor: Stop raiding 9-1-1 fees

  Threatens to not support Universal Service Funds if surplus system fees aren't returned to ratepayers or used to upgrade it

  • Posted April 30, 2018
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  U.S. senators question FCC proposal to cut phone, internet service subsidy

  More than half a million people rely on the program in Puerto Rico

  • Posted April 5, 2018
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  FCC chairman proposes $954 million plan for Puerto Rico, USVI

  Uniendo a Puerto Rico Fund and Connect USVI Fund intended to 'improve connectivity for residents'

  • Posted March 6, 2018