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  "description": "Meanwhile, the FCC is seeking comment on how it might improve USAC",
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  "textContent": "WASHINGTON, April 16, 2026 – Proposed reforms to a major federal broadband subsidy program are still taking shape on Capitol Hill.\n\nLawmakers are aiming to circulate a discussion draft of legislation that would modernize the $8.5 billion-per-year Universal Service Fund this summer.\n\nMeanwhile, the Federal Communications Commission, which manages the fund, is asking for input on whether it should make changes to the nonprofit it delegated accounting and administrative duties to. The inquiry largely does not overlap with issues raised in a lawsuit attacking the legality of both USF and the nonprofit, called the Universal Service Administrative Company.\n\nLearn more about the Broadband Community...\n\n\n                            Start Your Broadband Journey Here\n                        \n\n### This post is for subscribers only\n\nBecome a member to get access to all content\n\nSubscribe now",
  "title": "Lawmakers Aiming to Circulate Draft USF Framework This Summer",
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