Modernizing Suspension and Debarment Rules
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The proposed rule by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) aims to strengthen safeguards against waste, fraud, and abuse within several federally funded programs. It includes mandatory reporting requirements for program participants and seeks to extend the suspension and debarment framework to additional programs. The rule is part of an effort to ensure accountability and proper use of funds allocated to essential services, such as the Universal Service Fund.
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Key Changes
- Introduction of mandatory reporting requirements for program participants.
- Extension of the suspension and debarment framework to additional programs.
- Implementation of safeguards to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse in federally funded programs.
Obligations
What this law requires
Program participants must submit mandatory reports regarding waste, fraud, and abuse within federally funded programs administered by the FCC
Parties making written ex parte presentations must file a copy with the FCC within two business days after the presentation
Persons making oral ex parte presentations must file a memorandum summarizing the presentation within two business days, listing all attendees and summarizing all data and arguments presented
Comments on the proposed rule must be submitted on or before May 11, 2026, and reply comments must be submitted on or before June 8, 2026
Organizations subject to the extended suspension and debarment framework must comply with the revised suspension and debarment rules established by the FCC