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Contributing to the USF
All telecommunications providers must file with USAC every year. This determines if they must contribute to the Universal Service Fund (USF) and how much the contribution will be.
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Universal service programs build out the country’s network infrastructure and serve our schools, libraries, rural healthcare clinics, and families in need. Set Up an Account
Participation by Program
Service providers make universal service possible by participating in one or more USF programs. Explore participation by selecting from the options below:
*This information is based on 2017-2018 Universal Service Fund data.
Announcements
E-File Outage Due to System Maintenance on 9/25/20
Sep 21, 2020
The Service Provider modules in E-File will not be available from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. on Friday, September 25, 2020 due to system maintenance and enhancements. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Read MoreFCC Announces 4th Quarter 2020 Contribution Factor is 27.1%
Sep 15, 2020
On September 14, 2020, the FCC released Public Notice, DA 20-1075, announcing the proposed universal service contribution...
Read MoreNew Forms Management Coming in E-File Sept. 28
Sep 11, 2020
USAC is updating the Forms Management interface in E-File with improved navigation on Monday, Sept. 28. A...
Read MoreThird Quarter 2020 Newsletter Available Now
Jul 21, 2020
Read the 3rd Quarter 2020 Newsletter which contains information relevant to service providers and Universal Service...
Read MoreCustomer Support Closed July 3
Jul 3, 2020
The Service Provider Customer Call Center will be closed on Friday, July 3 for Independence Day. It...
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