Mark Whitaker Suspended from E-Rate Funding Access
Published Date: 4/13/2026
Notice
Summary
Mark Whitaker is suspended from the schools and libraries support program (E-Rate) and all related services while the FCC starts a process to possibly ban him from these programs. Anyone working with him can respond with objections by May 13, 2026. The FCC will decide on these responses within 90 days, so this could affect contracts and funding tied to these services soon.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Immediate E‑Rate Suspension for Whitaker
Mark Whitaker is suspended from the schools and libraries universal service support mechanism (E‑Rate) and all universal service support mechanisms effective April 13, 2026. Suspended parties cannot continue to benefit from the schools and libraries mechanism while the debarment process proceeds, which may affect contracts or funding tied to these services.
Right to File Opposition by May 13, 2026
If you have an existing contract with or plan to contract with Mark Whitaker for services related to the E‑Rate program, you may file an opposition request with supporting documentation within 30 days of receiving the suspension letter or by May 13, 2026, whichever comes first. The FCC's Enforcement Bureau will decide on any opposition request within 90 days after receipt.
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