NTIA seeks comments on all aspects of broadband grant programs.
Of special concern is addressing goals of delivering broadband service to underserved and unserved areas....more
The $2.3 trillion COVID-19 relief and government funding package includes $7 billion in funding for broadband programs, as well as reforms to the PPP program to expand television and radio station eligibility.
Overall, the...more
The Connected Care Pilot Program will make available up to $100 million over three years to eligible health care providers.
Eligible fund recipients include nonprofit and public health care organizations....more
GE Healthcare is provided 18 months to bring affected medical devices into compliance.
Supply chain disruptions can lead to noncompliance with FCC rules....more
On April 2, 2020, the FCC established the COVID-19 Telehealth Program (Program), which will guide the disbursement of $200 million to health care providers for connected care services to their patients. We published our...more
Federal Communication Commission has distributed CARES Act funding for remote patient monitoring, screening equipment, video services and connected devices.
Commission has granted 30 funding proposals funding in 16 states....more
On March 31, 2020, the FCC adopted a Report and Order to implement the COVID-19 Telehealth Program. The Program was established in the CARES Act, and the FCC was appropriated $200 million to provide to eligible medical...more
Disbursements of $200 million fund could start by end of April.
Fund reimburses expenses for telecommunications service and equipment to provide COVID-19 related connected care services....more
The Program will guide disbursement of $200 million to health care providers for connected care services.
Health care providers interested in receiving funds must complete a three-step process that requires advance planning....more
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