Low Income
About Low Income:
- Overview of the Program
- Overview of the Process
- Site Visits
- Understanding Audits
- Filing Appeals
- Training Events
Low Income Tools:
2008 Archived Low Income Program Announcements
Below are links to past announcements posted on this web site. Access previous announcements by clicking on a year listed. The archives will be updated as new announcements are made.
Save the Date – High Cost and Low Income Training Sessions in Chicago, Denver, and Dallas
Learn more about the High Cost and Low Income program rules by attending USAC's upcoming training sessions in Chicago, Denver, and Dallas.
As part of its outreach initiative, USAC will hold a series of one-day training events for companies that participate in the High Cost and Low Income support programs. These training sessions are designed to provide guidance on High Cost and Low Income program rules, audits, and support payment calculations.
Who Should Attend
Company representatives, consultants and attorneys working with eligible telecommunications carriers
Training Dates
Midwest Training – Chicago, IL
July 22, 2008
West Training – Denver, CO
September 10, 2008
South Central Training – Dallas, TX
November 19, 2008
More details regarding training registration and hotel accommodations will be available within the coming weeks. Please continue to check our website for more information.
Training Overview
Morning (8:30 a.m until 12:00 p.m.)
- High Cost and Low Income Program overviews
- Understanding the Process of Filing Certifications, Verifications and Line Counts
- Understanding Projections, Disbursement Calculations, and Post-Disbursement Adjustments for High Cost and Low Income
LUNCH
Afternoon (1:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.)
- What to Expect from Audits and Site Visits
- Best Practices in Advertising Supported Services
- Demonstration of the New High Cost FCC Form 525 On-line Filing
High Cost and Low Income Training Session to be held May 8, 2008 in Washington, DC (03/27/2008)
Learn more about the High Cost and Low Income program rules by attending USAC's upcoming training session.
As part of its outreach initiative, USAC will hold a series of one-day training events for companies that participate in the High Cost and Low Income support programs. These training sessions are designed to provide guidance on High Cost and Low Income program rules, audits and support payment calculations. Company representatives, consultants and attorneys working with eligible telecommunications carriers are invited to attend.
The first High Cost and Low Income Training Session will be held on Thursday, May 8 at USAC's headquarters in Washington, DC. Additional sessions will be held later in 2008 in Chicago, Denver and Dallas.
There is no charge for attending the High Cost and Low Income Training Session. For more information and registration materials please see the Training Events page.
Sample Agenda for May 8 Training Session
Morning (9:00 a.m until 12:00 p.m.)
High Cost and Low Income Program overviews
Understanding the Process of Filing Certifications, Verifications and Line Counts
Disbursement Calculation and Payment Adjustments
LUNCH
Afternoon (1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.)
What to Expect from Audits and Site Visits
Best Practices in Advertising Supported Services
Demonstration of the New High Cost FCC Form 525 On-line Filing
