Mark Whitaker Suspended by FCC from Libraries Support Program
Published Date: 4/13/2026
Notice
Summary
Mark Whitaker is suspended from the schools and libraries support program, meaning he can’t get or provide services through it for now. The FCC is starting a process to possibly ban him from the program for good. Anyone working with him has 30 days to object, and decisions will be made within 90 days, so things are moving fast and could affect contracts and funding.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Individual Suspended from E-Rate Program
Mark Whitaker is suspended from the schools and libraries universal service support mechanism (the E-Rate Program) and all universal service support mechanisms as of the suspension letter released April 13, 2026. While suspended, he cannot receive or provide services or otherwise benefit from those programs pending the debarment process.
Contractors Have 30 Days to Oppose
If you have an existing contract with or intend to contract with Mark Whitaker for services related to the schools and libraries support program, you may file an opposition request within 30 days of receiving the suspension letter or by May 13, 2026, whichever comes first. The Enforcement Bureau will decide on any opposition request within 90 days.
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