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Qwest supports Universal Service Fund (USF) legislation sponsored...

Qwest supports Universal Service Fund (USF) legislation sponsored by Reps. Terry (R-Neb.) and Boucher (D-Va.), the company told the lawmakers Wed. Financing for USF is “unsustainable” and the program needs revamping, the letter said: “Your legislation takes common sense…

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steps toward that end.” Qwest also said greater focus should be placed on rural broadband investment, which the bill takes up. USF distribution needs to be rethought, the letter said, since some rural communities that Qwest serves are denied funds while a few states get most of the money. The company also praised the bill’s attempt to control spending.