“As the nation responds to our current health crisis, we are going to rely on telework, telehealth and tele-education like never before.” FCC Commissioner, Jessica Rosenworcel The FCC issued a pledge on Friday (3/13/2020) for internet and telecommunications companies to “keep Americans connected” during the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The pledge means that for the next 60 days, participating internet service or telephone providers agree to: Not terminate service to any residential or small business customers because of their inability to pay their bills due to the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic;
