FCC Adopts Enhanced ACAM Program

The FCC adopted an order establishing an enhanced alternative connect America cost model (ACAM) program that provides USF high-cost support for carriers that deploy services of at least 100/20 Mbps to all unserved locations served by the program. "To meet the needs of consumers today and into the future, we are optimizing the commission’s programs to bring higher speeds and greater bandwidth to consumers, particularly those living in hard-to-reach areas," said Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel in a Monday news release. Rosenworcel circulated the proposal in June (see 2306160042). Also adopted was a notice of inquiry and NPRM that would seek comment on additional revisions to the legacy rate-of-return system.