“Affordable broadband is good for everybody": Court ruling could have an impact on rural internet subsidies

A recent decision by a U.S. Federal Appeals Court could upend how fees are collected that pay for broadband subsidies.
The Rural Broadband Association has intervened in the case, underscoring the importance of the Universal Service Fund for addressing connectivity gaps.

CEO, Shirley Bloomfield spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on the issue with the court’s decision, how it would impact rural broadband, and any additional challenges.