Oregon PUC Backs NTCA Waiver Request on Lifeline Broadband Standards
The Oregon Public Utility Commission backed NTCA's waiver request on Lifeline, in early-filed comments. The deadline was midnight Thursday. The association had sought for members and similarly situated operators temporary relief from Lifeline broadband standards increasing Dec. 1 to 20/3…
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Mbps, from 18/2 Mbps. Consider whether minimums are necessary for Lifeline-eligible fixed internet, the PUC recommended in docket 11-42. As an alternative to NTCA's proposal, the state agency recommended its federal counterpart consider removing the minimum speed standard for fixed service here "and permit Lifeline customers to use their discount on any speed service that fits their individual needs and budgets."