July 19, 2013

ACA Commends FCC Review Of E-Rate Program

PITTSBURGH,  July 19, 2013 – American Cable Association President and CEO Matthew M. Polka issued the following statement:

“ACA applauds acting Chairwoman Clyburn and Commissioners Rosenworcel and Pai for initiating this serious review of the E-Rate program.  ACA has many local service provider members that participate in the program and many others that are experienced voice and broadband providers whose participation could enhance the value of the program.  That the program has been valuable for schools and libraries is unquestioned.  We now need to address flaws in the program and reorient it to deliver today’s essential high-speed broadband service.  ACA and its members look forward to working with the FCC to address issues and seize opportunities so the program continues, and in fact increases, its value for our country.”

About the American Cable Association: Based in Pittsburgh, the American Cable Association is a trade organization representing about 850 smaller and medium-sized, independent cable companies who provide broadband services for more than 7 million cable subscribers primarily located in rural and smaller suburban markets across America.  Through active participation in the regulatory and legislative process in Washington, D.C., ACA’s members work together to advance the interests of their customers and ensure the future competitiveness and viability of their business.  For more information, visit https://acaconnects.org/