Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:FCC 26-30
Promoting Fair and Open Competitive Bidding in the E-Rate Program; Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support Mechanism
Federal Communications Commission — observed across 2 documents over 118 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.
In plain English
The FCC is now requiring schools and libraries that receive federal discounts to buy internet and phone services through fair and open competitive bidding. If you sell internet or phone services to schools or libraries, prepare for tighter competition by ensuring your pricing is transparent and your proposals can withstand detailed evaluation.
First seen
May 19, 2026
Last seen
Sep 14, 2026
Latest stage
Rule
PRORULE → RULE
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Effective on
Monday, September 14, 2026
Stage timeline
Final·May 19, 2026·91 FR 29051
Promoting Fair and Open Competitive Bidding in the E-Rate Program; Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support Mechanism
effective Jun 18, 2026#2026-10011
Final·Sep 14, 2026·91 FR 58027
Promoting Fair and Open Competitive Bidding in the E-Rate Program; Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support Mechanism
effective Sep 14, 2026#2026-18780