NaLA Chairman David B. Dorwart Presents “NaLA in 2018”
About “NaLA in 2018” Presentation: In this presentation, NaLA Chairman David B. Dorwart reviews the vision and mission of the organization, with emphasis on the importance of leadership of members at every level within the organization. Included was a review of NaLA in 2018 and the steps taken in the fight for the continuation of…
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Kim Lehrman and Maheen Cook Present “Introduction to Regulatory Committee (RAGAC) and General Counsel”
About “Introduction to RAGAC and General Counsel”: Board Member Kim Lehrman introduces the NaLA Regulatory & Governmental Affairs Committee and discusses the vision and key deliverables of the committee. This NaLA Talk reviews NaLA’s resources, which include legal and advocate support, the regulatory committee and CA subcommittee, as well as the addition of Maheen Cook…
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John Heitmann Presents “Lifeline in Washington: Capitol Hill and NPRM Update”
About Lifeline in Washington: Capitol Hill and NPRM Update: This NaLA Talk focused on the recent Lifeline activity on Capitol Hill, with a specific focus on the recent Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) and the appeals targeting the wireless reseller ban. Additional topics included the National Verifier, the current political climate, and the proposed Lifeline budget.... READ MORE
Kim Lehrman and Maheen Cook Present “CA LifeLine RAGAC Update”
About CA LifeLine Regulatory Update: This NaLA Talk covered the NaLA Regulatory Committee's focus on California LifeLine. In this Talk, General Counsel Maheen Cook and Board Member Kim Lehrman outlined the priorities for the California RAGAC subcommittee along with next steps, which include finalizing the legislative language, advocacy on Quirk bill, and potentially filing a... READ MORE
Chuck Campbell Presents “Latest from USAC”
About "Latest from USAC": In this presentation, Chuck Campbell provided an overview of 2018 USAC activity, including the delay of the National Verifier, overdrive of the audit process, and universal Lifeline enrollment forms. Additionally, there was a review of common audit findings. About Chuck Campbell: Chuck has more than 25 years of experience delivering a... READ MORE
Jacob Solomon Presents “Lifeline: A Customer Perspective”
About "Lifeline: A Customer Perspective": In this NaLA Talk, Jacob Solomon of Propel discussed relevant data acquired from the company's FreshEBT app, which provides customers with an easy way to access balances on their EBT/SNAP benefit cards. Findings included FreshEBT users' awareness of the Lifeline Program, consumer satisfaction, and the main reasons for Lifeline device... READ MORE
2018 NaLA Annual Conference Photos
Thank you to all attendees, sponsors, & staff for making the 2018 NaLA Annual Conference amazing! View & download the photos from the panels, talks, & events below. View previous NaLA event photos here. READ MORE
LOBBYING UPDATE: NaLA Members Steve Klein and Jose Cortes Meet FCC Chairman Ajit Pai
NaLA will not let any opportunity slip away without fighting for everyone in America to have access to essential communications services. On Friday, with the help of Florida Congressman, Gus Bilirakis, NaLA members Steve Klein and Jose Cortes were able to meet FCC Chairman Ajit Pai during his tour of the Southeast. During this conversation,…
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The National Lifeline Association Board of Directors Welcomes David Avila
Kennett Square, PA – (May 1, 2018)- The National Lifeline Association (NaLA) Board of Directors announces the appointment of a new board member, David Avila. Mr. Avila, who will be joining NaLA for a three-year term, has ten years of Lifeline program experience and will assist the organization in supporting Lifeline recipients, providers, and program…
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NEW: 2018 NaLA Conference App, Powered by Whova
We’re excited to announce the 2018 NaLA Conference App, sponsored by our 2018 Diamond Sponsor, Unlimited Prepay Distribution! Our 2018 conference is right around the corner, and this year we have a great addition created just for you ‒ a mobile app! During large events like the 2018 NaLA Annual Conference there are a lot…
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