Regulation Change Alert

FCC Ruling Regarding Universal Service Fund Fees for Conferencing

On June 30, 2008, the Federal Communications Commission issued a ruling stating that audio conferencing fell subject to the same rules and regulations as telecommunications as it applies to the assessment fees for the Universal Services Fun (USF).

The FCC ruling applies to all conferencing services providers in the United States regardless of size or location.

Impact on You
Any On Demand or Operated Assisted audio conference call conducted on or after October 1, 2008, from or to the United States is subject to USF fees. Included are all associated audio conferencing feature usage and applicable service fees. Invoices for October 2008 and after will have a separate line item for USF fees.

Additional Information
- Communiqué Conferencing Customer FAQs
- June 30, 2008 Federal Communications Commission Order
- Public Notice issued by the Federal Communications Commission on July 17, 2008

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