Universal Service Fund Contribution Found Unconstitutional – What Happens Next?

The US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has ruled that the Federal Communications Commission’s Universal Service Fund (USF) contribution is unconstitutional. So what happens next?

The court found that the US Congress impermissibly delegated its taxing authority to the FCC, who in turn allowed USAC to determine the amount of “USF Tax” it imposed on telecommunications providers. Please join us as our leading USF lawyers break down the court decision, discuss how it may impact your business, and consider possible next steps by the FCC and petitioners.