Busted: Simon Goldbrener Kicked Out of E-Rate for Three Years
Published Date: 3/31/2026
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Summary
Simon Goldbrener is banned from the federal E-Rate program and all related federal support programs for three years starting March 31, 2026. This means he can’t participate in any federal funding for schools and libraries during that time. The ban aims to keep the program fair and protect taxpayer money.
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Individual Debarment from E‑Rate Program
Simon Goldbrener is barred from the federal schools and libraries universal service support mechanism (the E-Rate program) and all federal universal service support mechanisms for three years. The debarment starts on the date he receives the debarment letter or on March 31, 2026, whichever comes first, and continues for three years, during which he cannot participate in federal funding for schools and libraries.
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